Uropin (100mg) 30 Tablets

Phenazopyridine is an interstitial cystitis agent that exerts a topical analgesic effect on urinary tract mucosa.

Urinary tract analgesics

This medicine is used to relieve the pain, burning, and discomfort caused by infection or irritation of the urinary tract.

The usual dose is 4 mg per kilogram (kg) of body weight three times a day, or as directed by your doctor.

Symptoms of overdose may include unusual tiredness, skin color changes, change in the amount of urine, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, yellowing skin/eyes, easy bleeding/bruising, or seizures. Seek medical help if you think you have taken too much of this medication.

If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.

Take this medication after meals. Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking this medicine. Phenazopyridine will most likely darken the color of your urine to an orange or red color. This is a normal effect and is not harmful.

Phenazopyridine is contraindicated in patients with:

• Renal insufficiency
• Severe liver disease
• Severe hepatitis
• Pyelonephritis of pregnancy
• Hypersensitivity to the drug or its ingredients.

Common side effects include headache, dizziness, or stomach upset. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious symptoms such as:

• Yellowing skin/eyes
• Dark urine
• Signs of kidney problems
• Stomach/abdominal pain
• Vomiting
• Fever, chills
• Easy bruising/bleeding
• Fast heartbeat
• Seizures

You should practice these cautions before taking the medicine:

• Talk to your doctor if you have hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to any of the components in the medicine.
• This medication poses the risk of drowsiness, so don’t drive while on this medication.

This medication should be used with extreme caution in patients with G6PD deficiency (lack of an enzyme).

Ask your doctor about any possible drug interactions, and discuss every medicine you have been taking.

Store the medicine at room temperature and keep out of direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and animals. Do not use the medication past its expiration date.

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Always follow your doctor's advice, and never self-medicate.