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Definition of Phenazopyridine

1. Noun. Analgesic (trade name Pyridium) used to treat urinary tract infections.

Definition of Phenazopyridine

1. Noun. A chemical used as an analgesic for the urinary tract. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Phenazopyridine

1. A local anaesthetic that has been used in urinary tract disorders. Its use is limited by problems with toxicity (primarily blood disorders) and potential carcinogenicity. Pharmacological action: anaesthetics, local. Chemical name: 2,6-Pyridinediamine, 3-(phenylazo)- (12 Dec 1998)

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Literary usage of Phenazopyridine

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. 6th Annual Report on Carcinogens (1991) by DIANE Publishing Company (1994)
"OSHA regulates phenacetin under the Hazard Communication Standard and as a chemical hazard in laboratories. phenazopyridine HYDROCHLORIDE CAS No. ..."

2. Eighth Annual Report on Carcinogens: 1998 Summary edited by Barry Leonard (1999)
"phenazopyridine Hydrochloride CAS No. 136-40-3 First Listed in the Second Annual Report on Carcinogens Carcinogenicity There is sufficient evidence for the ..."

3. Operative Gynecologic Laparoscopy: Principles and Techniques by Camran Nezhat (2000)
"... unable to void postopera- tively required self-catheterization for 10 days. Nine women had dysuria without infection that resolved with phenazopyridine ..."

4. Clinician's Handbook of Preventive Services: Put Prevention Into Practice by DIANE Publishing Company (1995)
"... Negatives Contamination during collection Increased specific gravity Glycosuria Presence of urobilinogen Therapy with phenazopyridine hydrochloride, ..."

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