Pyridium

Indicated to address local bladder pain to relieve burning micturition and support physical comfort.

Dosage

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You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Pyridium, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Pyridium vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Pyridium details

Condition: Urinary Tract Pain and Burning
Alternative names: phenazopyridine
Therapeutic class: Azo Dye
Pharmacological class: Urinary Tract Analgesic
Contraindications: severe renal impairment; severe hepatitis; hypersensitivity to phenazopyridine
Minor side effects: headache; dizziness; stomach cramps
Moderate side effects: urine orange-red discoloration; pruritus; rash
Dosage forms: Tablet
Administration route: Oral use
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Pfizer
Onset Time: 1 hour
Duration: 8 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 25°C.
Age restrictions: Approved for adults. Use with caution in children.

Serious side effects

methaemoglobinaemia, requires immediate medical attention; haemolytic anaemia, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

indicated to address local bladder pain to relieve burning micturition and support physical comfort.

Mechanism of action

Exerts a direct local analgesic effect on the mucosal lining of the urinary tract to blunt nerve pain signaling.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category B: Safety verified in animal models. Breastfeeding: Consult a doctor.

Pyridium is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Pfizer.

The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Phenazopyridine is offered.
The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
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