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Urodol - Phenazopyridine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Urodol.
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Urodol Miscellaneous Notes

  • Do not share this medication with others.

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include unusual tiredness, skin color changes, decrease in amount of urine; or yellowing of skin or eyes.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

  • Tell your doctor of all the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially.

Medicinal Applications

  • This medication is used to relieve pain, burning and discomfort of the urinary tract.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Read Before Using Urodol (precautions)

  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially.

Urodol Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.

Possible Side Effects

  • This medication may cause stomach upset, headache, or dizziness.
  • If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
  • This medication causes urine to turn orange-red in color.
  • This is not harmful.
  • The color change will disappear when the medication is stopped.
  • Notify your doctor if you experience.

Usage Instructions

  • Take this with food or after meals to prevent stomach upset.
  • For urinary tract infections, this medication should be used for only 2 days when used in combination with an antibiotic drug.
  • Length of therapy for phenazopyridine alone is usually less than 15 days.