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Phenazopyridine

Phase 3

Pain | Small molecule | Infectious Disease |Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc.|Trials Updated: Jan 29, 2013

Phenazopyridine target and mechanism

Molecular targetSCN1A, SCN5A, SCN4A, SCN7A, SCN2A, SCN9A
Target classBlocker
ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Phenazopyridine Hydrochloride, Pyridium

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment233

FDA Designations

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Phenazopyridine clinical trials

Phenazopyridine · 1 trial · 2 indications

Phase 3 1
NCT01064024Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Phenazopyridine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 200 mg vs. PlaceboPain
COMPLETED233 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Phenazopyridine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 200 mg vs. Placebo
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

proportion of subjects in each treatment group who demonstrate reduction in pain or burning when passing urine.
24 hrs after first dose and 48 hrs after second dose
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Phenazopyridine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 200 mgACTIVE_COMPARATOR -
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORMatching placebo to the phenazopyridine hydrochloride tablets

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Phenazopyridine HydrochlorideDRUGTablets, 200 mg, every 8 hours for 48 hours.
PlaceboDRUGTablets, every 8 hours for 48 hours
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexFEMALE
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of uncomplicated urinary tract infection (uUTI) * Must have one of the following uUTI diagnosis * Cystitis * Urethritis * A Positive urine dipstick test showing nitrate or leukocyte esterase (LE) * Negative pregnancy test (if applicable) * Must have one or both of th...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Phenazopyridine

What is Phenazopyridine used for?

Phenazopyridine is used to treat pain, specifically pain associated with urinary tract infections. It is an oral small molecule developed by Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. under the ticker AMRX. The drug has been studied in a Phase 3 clinical trial for pain and urinary tract infections.

What does Phenazopyridine target?

Phenazopyridine targets sodium channels SCN1A, SCN5A, SCN4A, SCN7A, SCN2A, and SCN9A. It acts as a blocker of these targets. This mechanism is thought to contribute to its analgesic effects in treating pain associated with urinary tract infections.

Who makes Phenazopyridine?

Phenazopyridine is developed by Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc., which trades under the ticker AMRX. The company is responsible for the development and manufacturing of the drug.

What phase is Phenazopyridine in?

Phenazopyridine is in Phase 3 clinical development. A Phase 3 trial has been completed, but the drug is not approved by the FDA and remains investigational. It is being developed for pain associated with urinary tract infections.

What clinical trials is Phenazopyridine in?

Phenazopyridine has been studied in a completed Phase 3 clinical trial, NCT01064024, titled "Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Phenazopyridine Hydrochloride Tablets, USP 200 mg vs. Placebo." This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial enrolled 233 female participants aged 18 years and older in the United States.

Is Phenazopyridine the same as Phenazopyridine Hydrochloride?

Yes, Phenazopyridine is also known as Phenazopyridine Hydrochloride. The hydrochloride salt form is the active ingredient in the tablets studied in clinical trials. Both names refer to the same chemical entity.