Phenazopyridine
- Generic Name
- Phenazopyridine
- Brand Names
- Phenazo, Pyridium, Uristat, Urobiotic
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C11H11N5
- CAS Number
- 94-78-0
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- K2J09EMJ52
- Background
Phenazopyridine, also known as Pyridium, is a urinary tract analgesic used for the short-term management of urinary tract irritation and its associated unpleasant symptoms such as burning and pain during urination. In the USA, this drug was previously marked by Roche but has been discontinued by the FDA. It is still used in various parts of the world. Ingest...
- Indication
Phenazopyridine hydrochloride is indicated to relieve uncomfortable symptoms that occur as a consequence of mucosal irritation of the lower urinary tract in adults. The irritation may be a result of trauma, surgery, endoscopic procedures, infection, or the insertion of instruments or urinary catheters. Phenazopyridine may be used in combination with antimicr...
- Associated Conditions
- Lower Urinary Tract Infection, Signs or symptoms of urinary tract irritation
- Associated Therapies
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