Phenazopyridine

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Phenazopyridine, an azo dye, is a urinary analgesic used as an adjuvant medicine in the outpatient setting to treat patients with urinary tract infections (UTIs) and related conditions (see Image. Phenazopyridine Chemical Structure). Phenazopyridine is approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to alleviate symptoms of dysuria, burning sensations, urgency, frequency, and pain linked to lower UTIs. Phenazopyridine is a readily accessible medication that can be obtained over the counter (OTC) and by prescription (see Image. Over-the-Counter Phenazopyridine US FDA Labeling). Owing to its analgesic properties, phenazopyridine can be administered concurrently with antibiotic therapy to relieve patients' pain and enhance their comfort while waiting for effective infection management.