Azo-Cranberry is made from the berry fruit of an evergreen plant native to North America. Because azo-cranberry is acidic, it can interfere with undesirable germs in the urinary tract. Azo-Cranberry is also thought to have diuretic properties (“water pill”).
Azo-Cranberry (as juice or capsules) has been used in alternative medicine as a potentially helpful assistance in preventing symptoms such as discomfort or burning when urinating. The bacteria that causes a bladder infection will not be treated by Azo-Cranberry.
The FDA has not examined the safety or efficacy of this product. For more information, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.
What Does AZO Cranberry Use For?
Cranberry has historically been used to reduce the risk of “bladder infections” (urinary tract infections). It has also been used to reduce the odor of urine in those who are unable to regulate their urinating (incontinent). It is not recommended that this product be used on its own to treat bladder infections. It might not work, and the wait may cause the illness to worsen. It has been discovered that some herbal/diet supplement items contain potentially dangerous impurities/additives. More information about the brand you take can be obtained from your pharmacist.
Does Azo Have Side Effects?
If you have any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek emergency medical attention: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or neck.
Stop using Azo-Cranberry immediately and contact your healthcare provider if you have:
- ontinued pain or burning when you urinate;
- vomiting, severe stomach pain; or
- signs of a kidney stone–painful or difficult urination, pink or red urine, nausea, vomiting, and waves of sharp pain in your side or back spreading to your lower stomach and groin.
Common side effects of Azo-Cranberry may include:
- upset stomach;
- nausea, vomiting; or
- diarrhea.
This is not a complete list of possible adverse effects; more may arise. For medical advice on side effects, contact your doctor.
How To Use Azo Cranberry?
Take this product orally as indicated. Follow all of the product’s instructions and cautions. If you have any concerns, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you are taking this medication in the form of a chewable tablet, chew thoroughly before swallowing.
Inform your doctor if your issue persists or worsens. Also, notify your doctor if you have any urinary tract/bladder infection symptoms, such as fever or burning/painful/frequent urination. To treat your infection, you may require medicine (such as antibiotics). If you suspect you have a major medical concern, get immediate medical attention.
What Happens If You Take Too Many AZO Cranberry?
When you take multiple AZO Cranberry at the same time, several things can go wrong. Overdoes of AZO Cranberry might result in dangerous symptoms such as fainting out or difficulty breathing; contact 911 immediately. Otherwise, contact a poison control center immediately. Residents in the United States can contact their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Residents of Canada can contact a provincial poison control center.
Overdoes of AZO Cranberry might cause the following symptoms:
- Unusual tiredness
- Skin color changes
- Change in the amount of urine
- Shortness of breath
- Fast heartbeat
- Yellowing skin/eyes, easy bleeding/bruising, or seizures.
AZO Cranberry Dosage
Consult your primary care physician before beginning any regimen that includes the consumption of herbal supplements. You may also want to think about speaking with a specialist who is skilled in the utilization of various herbal remedies and health supplements.
If you decide to use Azo-Cranberry, make sure to follow the instructions on the product’s packaging or those given to you by your physician, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional. It is not recommended to use more of this product than what is stated on the packaging.
While you are taking Azo-Cranberry, it is important that you consume a lot of fluids.
Before being able to ingest the chewable tablet, it must first be chewed.
Do not combine different types of Azo-Cranberry (juice, tablets, capsules, etc.) without medical advice. Combining medications that have various formulations raises the possibility of administering an excessive dose.
If the problem that you are treating with Azo-Cranberry does not improve or if it gets worse while you are using this product, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Keep Azo-Cranberry in an airtight container out of the reach of heat and light, as instructed on the packaging for the product.
