Pyridium 200 Tablet Information

Pyridium 200 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Painful Urination are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Pyridium 200 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Pyridium 200 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Pyridium 200 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Pyridium 200 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Pyridium 200 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Pyridium 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency must refrain from the use of Pyridium 200 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects.

Besides this, Pyridium 200 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pyridium 200 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Pyridium Benefits & Uses
Pyridium Dosage & How to Take
Pyridium Side Effects
Pyridium Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pyridium with Other Drugs
Pyridium Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pyridium
Pyridium Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pyridium 200 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Pyridium 200 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Painful Urination

Other Benefits

Frequent Urination

Pyridium 200 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Painful Urination Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Painful Urination Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Painful Urination Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pyridium 200 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Pyridium 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pyridium is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Pyridium 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Pyridium may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Pyridium 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pyridium. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pyridium 200 Tablet on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pyridium. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pyridium 200 Tablet on the Heart?

Pyridium is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pyridium 200 Tablet with Other Drugs

Pyridium 200 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Ciprofloxacin

Pyridium 200 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pyridium 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Pyridium 200 Tablet

Is this Pyridium 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pyridium 200 Tablet is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pyridium 200 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pyridium 200 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Pyridium 200 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Pyridium 200 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pyridium 200 Tablet

It is safe to take Pyridium 200 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pyridium 200 Tablet

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pyridium 200 Tablet.

Unknown