Pyridium

Pyridium 100mg Tablet is used to relieve pain, burning, urgency, and frequent urination caused by irritation in the urinary tract. It works as a urinary tract analgesic, but it does not cure the infection itself. Doctors usually prescribe it along with antibiotics when treating a urinary tract infection.

No, Pyridium 100mg Tablet should not be used if you have kidney disease or reduced kidney function, as the medicine is cleared by the kidneys, and may accumulate to harmful levels in your body.

Pyridium 100mg Tablet is not meant for long-term use. They should generally not be taken for more than 2 days when used with antibiotics for a urinary tract infection, as prolonged use increases the risk of side effects, and does not provide extra benefit.

Serious side effects of Pyridium 100mg Tablet may include skin rash, difficulty breathing, yellowing of the skin or eyes, kidney or liver problems, hemolytic anemia (breakdown of red blood cells), or a condition called methemoglobinemia, which affects oxygen in the blood.

Yes, Pyridium 100mg Tablet can change the color of urine to a reddish-orange shade, and may interfere with certain urine tests that rely on color changes.

Pyridium 100mg Tablet is an azo dye, and when it is excreted in urine, it gives a reddish-orange color. This is expected and harmless, but it may stain clothing.

Pyridium 100mg Tablet should not be taken by people who are allergic to phenazopyridine, have kidney disease, or develop jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes) while on the medication.