GENERIC NAME: METHENAMINE/METHYLENE BLUE/BENZOIC/PHENYL SAL/ATROPINE/HYOSCYAMINE (meth-EN-uh-meen/METH-ih-leen blue/ben-ZOH-ick/FEEN-ill sal-ISS- uh-late/AT-trow-peen/hi-oh-SYE-uh-meen)

BRAND NAME(S): Dolsed, Prosed/DS, Uretron, Uridon, Urised

Warning | Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

WARNING: Children and teenagers should not use aspirin, aspirin- containing or aspirin-related medications for flu symptoms or chickenpox without first consulting a doctor. A rare but serious illness known as Reye's syndrome may occur.

USES: This medication contains anti-infective, pain reliever, and antispasmodic ingredients. It is used to treat urinary tract infections and helps to relieve pain, burning, urinary urgency and frequency and other associated symptoms.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication as directed at evenly spaced interval around the clock. Continue taking it for the full time prescribed even if symptoms disappear. Stopping therapy too early may result in ineffective treatment and can lead to a re-infection. Take each dose with a full glass of water and drink plenty of fluids while taking this.

SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, diarrhea, loss of appetite, dry mouth, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, and nervousness may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute. This medication causes urine and, possibly, stools to turn blue-green in color. Do not be alarmed. This effect is temporary and will disappear when the medication is stopped. Notify your doctor if you develop: chest pain, a rapid pulse, fever, eye pain, painful urination, mental confusion, skin rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Suggested Reading by Our Doctors

• Urinary Tract Infection (UTI In Adults) - Learn about urinary tract infection causes, symptoms, signs, diagnosis and treatment of UTIs in men and women. Antibiotics may be used to treat recurrent bladder infections.

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