It is used in the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract.
phenazopyridine
Contradications
This medication is not recommended in patients with severe renal (kidney) and hepatic (liver) impairment.Side effects
Patients using this medication may at times experience GI (stomach) upset, rashes, headaches, and acute renal (kidney) failure. If you experience any of these symptoms for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.FAQs
What is this medicine used for?
Is this medicine safe for people allergic to penicillin?
Yes, it is safe, since this medicine does not carry any content of penicillin in it.
Are people suffering from thalassemia safe to use this medicine?
No, they are not. People with any other sort of blood disorder are also not advised to consume this medicine.
What is the ideal time to consume this medicine?
You are advised to take this medicine 30 to 60 minutes before a meal. This time-lapse will allow the medicine to be absorbed completely and if consumed with food, the absorption gets disturbed.
Does it pose any effect on the urine?
A slight urine discoloration is observed in patients; which goes off once the medicine’s use is withdrawn.
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