Label: CYSTEX- methenamine, sodium salicylate tablet

  • NDC Code(s): 69693-518-24, 69693-518-48
  • Packager: Clarion Brands, LLC
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

Drug Label Information

Updated December 26, 2025

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  • Active Ingredients

    Methenamine 162 mgAntibacterial
    Sodium Salicylate 162.5 mg (NSAID*) *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.....Analgesic (pain reliever)
  • Purposes

    Antibacterial

  • Uses

    temporarily relieves pain, burning, frequency and urgency of urination

  • INDICATIONS & USAGE

  • Warnings

    Reye's syndrome:Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. 

    Stomach bleeding warning:This product contains a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which may cause stomach bleeding. The chance is higher if you

    • are 60 or older
    • have stomach ulcers or bleeding problems
    • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug
    • take other drugs containing an NSAID (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others)
    • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
    • take more or for a longer time than directed
  • Do not use

    • if you are allergic to salicylates (including aspirin)
  • Ask a doctor before use if you are

    • frequent, burning urination for the first time
    • the stomach bleeding warning applying to you
    • history of stomach problems, such as heartburn
    • high blood pressure
    • heart disease
    • liver cirrhosis
    • bleeding problems
    • diuretic use
    • ulcers
    • kidney disease
    • a sodium restricted diet
    • reach age 60 or older
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

    • taking any other drug containing an NSAID (prescription or non-prescription)
    • taking a blood thinning (anticoagulant), steroid, diabetes, gout or arthritis drug
  • When using this product

    • do not take more than the recommended dosage
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • ringing in the ears
    • you experience any of the following signs of stomach bleeding:
      • feel faint
      • vomit blood
      • have bloody or black stools
      • have stomach pain or upset that gets worse or lasts
  • PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING

    If pregnant or breast feeding ask a health professional before use.  It is especially important not to use this product (sodium salicylate) during the last 3 months of pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery. 

  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

    Keep out of the reach of children.In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

  • Directions

    Adults and children 12 years and over:

    • take 2 tablets with a full glass of water 3 times a day. Drink plenty of fluids.

    Children under 12 years:

    • ask a doctor.

    Do not use for more than a 3 day period unless directed by a doctor.

  • Other information

    • each tablet contains: sodium 24.4 mg
    • store at 59-86°F (15-30°C) in a cool dry place 
    • protect from sunlight
  • Inactive ingredients

    benzoic acid, cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, edible black ink, fd&c red #40 lake, fd&c yellow #6 lake, hydroxypropyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, magnesium Stearate, methacrylic acid-ethyl acrylate copolymer, silica, stearic acid, titanium dioxide, Triethyl citrate

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

    DUAL ACTION

    Cystex
    ®
    Urinary Health

    Methenamine 162 mg | Sodium Salicylate 162.5 mg (NSAID)

    PAIN RELIEF (NSAID)

    + UTI BACTERIA CONTROL

    2-in-1 Formula to Help Slow UTI Bacteria
    Growth and Provice General Pain Relief

    Helps Control
    UTI infection

    Formulated for no
    Urine Discoloration

    #1 Ingredient for UTI BACTERIAL
    Control* 


    Cystex is not intended to replace a doctor's care.

    24 Tablets

    TAMPER EVIDENT: TABLETS SEALED IN BLISTER. DO NOT USE IF BLISTER IS OPENED OR DAMAGED.

    Distributed by: Cystex, LLC 811 Broad Street
    Suite 600, Chattanooga, TN 37402 ©2024
    Call 844-297-8394 or visit Cystex.com

    *Source: IRI Sales Data, 2023.

    Does not contain urine coloring agents as
    found in other leading UTI products

    1000288
    Made In India
    RA/Drug/RAJ.-1750

    carton

    48 tablets

    1000273

    48 tablets
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    CYSTEX 
    methenamine, sodium salicylate tablet
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:69693-518
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    METHENAMINE (UNII: J50OIX95QV) (METHENAMINE - UNII:J50OIX95QV) METHENAMINE162 mg
    SODIUM SALICYLATE (UNII: WIQ1H85SYP) (SALICYLIC ACID - UNII:O414PZ4LPZ) SODIUM SALICYLATE162.5 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    BENZOIC ACID (UNII: 8SKN0B0MIM)  
    POWDERED CELLULOSE (UNII: SMD1X3XO9M)  
    CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM (UNII: M28OL1HH48)  
    FD&C RED NO. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA)  
    FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 (UNII: H77VEI93A8)  
    HYDROXYPROPYL CELLULOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 9XZ8H6N6OH)  
    HYPROMELLOSE, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3NXW29V3WO)  
    MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)  
    METHACRYLIC ACID AND ETHYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER (UNII: NX76LV5T8J)  
    SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)  
    STEARIC ACID (UNII: 4ELV7Z65AP)  
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)  
    TRIETHYL CITRATE (UNII: 8Z96QXD6UM)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorredScoreno score
    ShapeROUNDSize10mm
    FlavorImprint Code CYSTEX
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:69693-518-241 in 1 CARTON11/01/2024
    124 in 1 BLISTER PACK; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:69693-518-481 in 1 CARTON11/01/2024
    248 in 1 BLISTER PACK; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph Drug505G(a)(3)11/01/2024
    Labeler - Clarion Brands, LLC (079742703)