Pronunciation: fen-AY-zoe-PIR-i-deen
Generic Name: Phenazopyridine
Brand Name: Examples include Azo-Gesic and Pyridium
Azo-Gesic is used for:
Relieving pain, burning, urgency, frequent urination, and discomfort caused by irritation of the lower urinary tract. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Azo-Gesic is a urinary tract analgesic. Exactly how Azo-Gesic works is not known. It is thought to work by relieving pain on the lining of the urinary tract.
Do NOT use Azo-Gesic if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Azo-Gesic
- you have decreased kidney function
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Azo-Gesic:
Some medical conditions may interact with Azo-Gesic. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have a history of certain blood problems (eg, hemolysis)
- if you have an enzyme deficiency called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) deficiency or a family history of this deficiency
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Azo-Gesic. However, no specific interactions with Azo-Gesic are known at this time.
Ask your health care provider if Azo-Gesic may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Azo-Gesic:
Use Azo-Gesic as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Take Azo-Gesic by mouth after meals.
- Taking Azo-Gesic at the same time(s) each day will help you remember to take it.
- If you miss a dose of Azo-Gesic, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Azo-Gesic.
Important safety information:
- Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than 2 days without checking with your doctor.
- Do not use Azo-Gesic for future urinary tract problems without first checking with your doctor.
- Azo-Gesic may change the color of your urine to orange or red. It may also stain fabric. This is normal and not a cause for concern.
- Do not wear soft contact lenses while taking Azo-Gesic; permanent staining of the lenses may occur.
- Azo-Gesic may interfere with certain lab tests including urinalysis. Be sure your doctor and lab personnel know you are taking Azo-Gesic.
- Use Azo-Gesic with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Azo-Gesic while you are pregnant. It is not known if Azo-Gesic is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Azo-Gesic, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Azo-Gesic:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Azo-Gesic. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); blue or purple skin color; decreased urination; loss of appetite; unusual fatigue; vomiting; weight loss; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Azo-Gesic side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include bluish coloring of the skin; vomiting; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
Proper storage of Azo-Gesic:
Store Azo-Gesic at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Azo-Gesic out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Azo-Gesic, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Azo-Gesic is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Azo-Gesic. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Azo-Gesic resources
- Azo-Gesic Side Effects (in more detail)
- Azo-Gesic Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Azo-Gesic Drug Interactions
- Azo-Gesic Support Group
- 0 Reviews for Azo-Gesic - Add your own review/rating
- Azo-Gesic Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
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