Phenazopyridine (Systemic)

Brand Names : Azo-Standard, Baridium, Eridium, Geridium, Phenazodine, Pyridiate, Pyridium, Urodine, Urogesic, Viridium, Phenazo

Proper Use of This Medicine

This medicine is best taken with food or after eating a meal or a snack to lessen stomach upset.

Do not use any leftover medicine for future urinary tract problems without first checking with your doctor . An infection may require additional medicine.

Dosing - The dose of phenazopyridine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of phenazopyridine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  • For relieving pain, burning, and discomfort in the urinary tract:
    • Adults and teenagers - 200 milligrams (mg) three times a day.
    • Children - The dose is based on body weight and must be determined by your doctor. The usual dose is 4 mg per kilogram (kg) (about 1.8 mg per pound) of body weight three times a day.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.