Generic name: phenazopyridine [ fen-ay-zoe-pir-i-deen ]
Drug class: Miscellaneous genitourinary tract agents
Availability: Rx and/or otc
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data available
Brand names: Pyridium, Azo urinary pain relief, Azo-gesic, Azo-standard, Baridium
What is Azo urinary pain relief max strength?
AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength is a pain reliever that affects the lower part of your urinary tract (bladder and urethra).
AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength is used to treat urinary symptoms such as pain or burning, increased urination, and increased urge to urinate. These symptoms can be caused by infection, injury, surgery, catheter, or other conditions that irritate the bladder.
AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength will treat urinary symptoms, but this medication will not treat a urinary tract infection.. Take any antibiotic that your doctor prescribes to treat an infection.
AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength if you have kidney disease.
How should I use Azo urinary pain relief max strength
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Take AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength after meals.
Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength.
AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength will most likely darken the color of your urine to an orange or red color. This is a normal effect and is not harmful. Darkened urine may also cause stains to your underwear that may be permanent.
AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength can also permanently stain soft contact lenses, and you should not wear them while taking this medicine.
Do not use AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength for longer than 2 days unless your doctor has told you to.
This medication can cause unusual results with urine tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Before Taking
You should not use AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength if you are allergic to it, or if you have kidney disease.
To make sure AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
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liver disease;
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diabetes; or
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a genetic enzyme deficiency called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
FDA pregnancy category B. AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Do not use AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether phenazopyridine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
What should I avoid while using Azo urinary pain relief max strength?
Do not use this medication while wearing soft contact lenses. AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength can permanently discolor soft contact lenses.
Azo urinary pain relief max strength side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength may cause serious side effects. Stop using AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength and call your doctor at once if you have:
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little or no urinating;
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swelling, rapid weight gain;
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confusion, loss of appetite, pain in your side or lower back;
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fever, pale or yellowed skin, stomach pain, nausea and vomiting; or
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blue or purple appearance of your skin.
Common side effects of AZO Urinary Pain Relief Max Strength may include:
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headache;
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dizziness; or
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upset stomach.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See more: Azo urinary pain relief max strength Side EffectsWhat other drugs will affect Azo urinary pain relief max strength?
Other drugs may interact with phenazopyridine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.