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Overview
ALLOPURINOL is a Schedule H drug.Allopurinol is a prescription medication used to treat gout, high levels of uric acid, and kidney stones. Allopurinol belongs to a group of drugs call xanthine oxidase inhibitors, which work by decreasing uric acid in the body. High levels of uric acid may lead to gout attacks or kidney stones. Common side effects of allopurinol include diarrhea, nausea, and rash. Allopurinol can also cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how allopurinol affects you. The medication may also be used to treat seizures, infections, and pain caused by pancreas disease.
Usage
ALLOPURINOL is generally used to treat: Gout, Kidney StonesFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
ALLOPURINOL is generally taken With Food.Route of Administration: Oral,
Precautions
- Serious allergic reactions including death have occurred with allopurinol. Stop taking this medication and talk to your doctor if you develop a skin rash.
- Allopurinol, while it is used to prevent gout attacks, can temporarily cause flare-ups of gouty arthritis at the start of therapy. Your doctor may recommend another medication, such as colchicine, be taken along with allopurinol at first, to prevent these flare-ups.
- Drink plenty of water or other fluids each day while taking allopurinol to prevent kidney stone formation.
- Allopurinol can cause drowsiness. Do not drive a car or operate heavy machinery until you know how allopurinol affects you.
- Serious liver problems have occurred with allopurinol use. While these events are rare, tell your doctor if you experience weight loss, lack of appetite, and itching. Your doctor will likely run tests to check your liver function.
- Avoid drinking alcohol. It can make your condition worse. Allopurinol may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
- Allopurinol can lower blood cells that help your body fight infections. This can make it easier for you to bleed from an injury or get sick from being around others who are ill. Your blood may need to be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly
Common Side-Effects
ALLOPURINOL : Vomit, Loose Motion, Drowsiness, Head Headache, Strange TasteSerious Side-Effects
ALLOPURINOL : Joint Pain, Jaundice, Flu, Muscle Pain, Dry Skin, Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Allergic Skin Disease, Fever, Throat Soreness, Head Headache, Nausea, Upper Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Weight Loss (unintentional), Change In Stools, Pain With Urination, Frequent UrinationDisease Interactions
ALLOPURINOL can interfere with: Bone Infection, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Kidney FailureTechnical Classification
ALLOPURINOL is categorized as: ANTIGOUT AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTSStorage Conditions
Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)Available Alternatives
Common Drugs with ALLOPURINOL as Ingredient
ALINOL 10MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 10.0 MG |
ALINOL 20MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 20.0 MG |
ALLGORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
ALLGORIC 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
ALLORIC 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
ALOPUR 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
ALOPUR 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
ALRIK 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
ALRIK 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
ALUNO 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
ALUNO 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
ALURID TAB 100MG | ALLOPURINOL 100 MG |
AVERY 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
AVERY 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
AXANTHINE 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
CIPLORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100 MG |
CIPLORIC 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300 MG |
CIPROLIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
CIPROLIC 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
GOLORIC TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100 MG |
GUDLORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
LODIRIC 250MG CAPULE SR | ALLOPURINOL 250.0 MG |
LODIRIC TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100 MG |
LODIRIC-SR 250MG CAP | ALLOPURINOL 250 MG |
LOGOUT 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
LOGOUT 250MG CAP SR | ALLOPURINOL 250.0 MG |
LOPNOL 100MG TAB DT | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
LOPNOL 300MG TAB DT | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
MYLORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
OXYPRIM CAP | ALLOPURINOL |
PILORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
PILORIC 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
RANLORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
RYLORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
SWILORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
URIDIP 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
URIDIP 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
URITAS 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
ZANOPIROL TAB | ALLOPURINOL |
ZYLE 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
ZYLE 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |
ZYLORIC 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100 MG |
ZYLORIC 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300 MG |
ZYRIK 100MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG |
ZYRIK 300MG TAB | ALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG |