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Gudloric Benefits & Uses

Gudloric is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood

Other Benefits

Gudloric Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 300 mg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gudloric Related Warnings

Is the use of Gudloric safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Gudloric. If you are pregnant, do not take Gudloric without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Gudloric safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Gudloric on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Gudloric on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Gudloric. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gudloric on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Gudloric. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gudloric on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Gudloric on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Gudloric with Other Drugs

Gudloric should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinapril

Captopril

Azathioprine

Lisinopril

Moderate

Magaldrate

Indapamide

Gudloric Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gudloric unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dehydration
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gudloric

Is this Gudloric habit forming or addictive?

Gudloric is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Gudloric since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Gudloric is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Gudloric cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gudloric Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gudloric

Gudloric may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Gudloric

Consuming Gudloric with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Gudloric

Question over 4 years ago

Is Gudloric helpful in kidney stones?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gudloric is helpful in the kidney stone. It is used in the prevention of kidney stones (recurrent calcium oxalate stones) which is caused by the formation of the calcium oxalate crystals. Gudloric promotes precipitation of these calcium oxalate crystals which reduces the formation of kidney stones

Question about 5 years ago

What is Gudloric?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Gudloric is a brand name of allopurinol and it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form). It is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of gout (arthritis that causes intense pain and redness in the joints due to deposition of uric acid crystals). Apart from the treatment of gout Gudloric is given in hyperuricemia and Chemotherapy-induced hyperuricemia (abnormally high levels of uric acid in the blood). It is also given in the treatment of kidney stones.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Gudloric cause constipation?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Gudloric 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Gudloric without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Gudloric is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Gudloric cause drowsiness?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Gudloric may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is the most common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Gudloric to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.