Zyloric Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gout, High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood. Zyloric Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Zyloric Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zyloric Tablet as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Zyloric Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Zyloric Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zyloric Tablet related warnings talks about Zyloric Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zyloric Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Zyloric Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zyloric Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zyloric Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Zyloric Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Zyloric has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Zyloric without medical advice.
Is the use of Zyloric Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zyloric may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zyloric Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Zyloric. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zyloric Tablet on the Liver?
Zyloric may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zyloric Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zyloric on the heart have been reported.
Zyloric Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zyloric Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zyloric Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Zyloric Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zyloric Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Zyloric Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zyloric Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zyloric Tablet
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Zyloric Tablet to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zyloric Tablet
Taking Zyloric Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Zyloric is helpful in gout. It is used in the treatment of gout which is a type of arthritis that causes intense pain and redness in the joints due to deposition of uric acid crystals. Zyloric decreases the production of uric acid which prevents the formation of these uric acid crystals whose deposition results in the intense pain and inflammation of the joints.
No, Zyloric does not cause constipation in the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug may be due to other medical conditions, then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.
Yes, Zyloric is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at a regular dose such as rash, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
Yes, Zyloric has been reported to causes diarrhoea but this occurs in those cases who are taking more than the recommended doses. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Zyloric should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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