A patient who recently started on new medications notices that his urine now has a bluish tint.Which medication is most likely contributing to this finding?
A)Ferrous sulfate
B)Hydrochlorothiazide with triamterene (Maxzide, Dyazide)
C)Levodopa (Sinemet)
D)Phenazopyridine (Pyridium)

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Triamterene, a component of the combination medication Hydrochlorothiazide with Triamterene (Maxzide, Dyazide), can cause a bluish tint to the urine. This is a known side effect and is not harmful.

A Patient Who Recently Started on New Medications Notices That