GENERIC NAME: METHYLENE BLUE - ORAL (METH-ih-leen-blue)

BRAND NAME(S): Urolene Blue

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

USES: This medication is used as a urinary antiseptic in the treatment of urinary tract infections. It is also used as a diagnostic agent because of its blue staining properties.

HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth usually 3 times a day after meals. Take each dose with a full glass of water. Take this medication as directed. Do not increase the dose, take it more often or continue taking this for longer than prescribed.

SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, vomiting or bladder irritation may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, notify your doctor. This medication causes the urine, stools and possibly skin to turn green-blue in color. Do not be alarmed. Expect this effect. The discoloration will disappear when the medication is stopped. Notify your doctor if you notice: high fever, severe nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, chest pain, dizziness, profuse sweating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease, blood blood disorders (especially G6PD deficiency), allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.