Phenazopyridine (Pyridium, Azo-Standard, Baridum)

Category:

• Miscellaneous

Description:

• Urinary tract analgesic

Indications:

• Urinary tract pain

• Adjunct to urinary tract antibiotics

Contraindications:

• Patients with renal insufficiency  

Precautions:

• Pregnancy category B

• Should not be used for greater than two days

• Will discolor urine an orange to red color, may stain undergarments

• Should be taken after meals

Adverse Reactions (Side Effects):

• Headache

• Rash

• Gastrointestinal disturbance

• Discoloration of urine

Dosage:

• Administered orally

• 200mg tid following meals when used in conjunction with antibacterial agent for up to 2 days