The client with a urinary tract infection (UTI) has dysuria and is given a prescription for phenazopyridine (Pyridium) for symptom relief. The nurse provides medication teaching with this client and tells the client to:

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Phenazopyridine (Pyridium) is a medication used to relieve symptoms caused by irritation of the urinary tract, such as pain, burning, and the feeling of needing to urinate urgently or frequently. It works as a pain reliever that affects the lower part of your urinary tract. A common side effect of phenazopyridine is that it can cause the urine to turn a reddish-orange color. This is not harmful but can be alarming if the patient is not warned about it beforehand. Therefore, informing the patient to expect reddish-orange urine is an important part of medication teaching for those prescribed phenazopyridine.

The Client with a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Has Dysuria