Pyridium 200 Tablet

Short Description

Pyridium 200 Tablet is used for symptomatic relief of pain, helping to treat burning sensation, urgency to urinate, and other discomforts arising from the urinary tract caused by infection, trauma, surgery, etc.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Pyridium 200 Tablet is best taken with food after eating a snack. This will reduce stomach upset that can be caused by the medicine. In general, the use of this medicine should not exceed more than 2 days. Consult your doctor regarding the dose and duration and follow the instructions strictly. Some common side effects seen with this medicine include headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, and urine discoloration. These side effects are usually temporary and go away after the treatment stops. However, if they persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from any liver, kidney, or heart problems. You should also let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine for the same condition or other diseases.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pyridium 200 Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Headache Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Rash Urine discoloration

Breastfeeding Warning

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant.

Pyridium 200 Tablet is not an antibiotic. It works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to the brain which decreases the sensation of pain.

Drink plenty of water or fluids to stay hydrated while taking this medicine. Do not take it for more than 2 days. Consult the doctor if symptoms persist even after 2 days. It might make you feel dizzy. If this happens, avoid driving or operating on machinery.