Urologii︠a︡ (Moscow, Russia : 1999)
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Randomized Controlled Trial
[Influence of phenazopyridine on the well-being of patients during and after cystoscopy].
Cystoscopy is one of the most common procedures in urology. There is no single approach to pain relief. In the literature, there are conflicting data on the efficiency of intra-urethral gels. The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, intravenous sedation, and nitric oxide analgesia has been described. Phenazopyridine has been known for a long time. Acting on the bladder mucosa, it has a local analgesic effect. AN evaluation of phenazopyridine intake prior to cystoscopy in order to decrease pain during procedure and facilitate subsequent urination was performed. ⋯ The intake of phenazopyridine allows to reduce pain intensity during and after cystoscopy and alleviate pain during first urination.