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Axanthine Benefits & Uses

Axanthine 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

Axanthine 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

Axanthine Related Warnings

Is the use of Axanthine safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Axanthine safe during breastfeeding?

Axanthine has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Axanthine on the Kidneys?

Axanthine may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Axanthine on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Axanthine on the Heart?

Axanthine is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Axanthine with Other Drugs

Axanthine 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

Axanthine Contraindications

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

Dehydration
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Axanthine

Is this Axanthine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Axanthine has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Axanthine since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Axanthine only as per medical advice.

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

Axanthine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Axanthine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Axanthine

When consumed with certain foods, Axanthine may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Axanthine

Consumption of alcohol and Axanthine together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Axanthine

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Axanthine cause drowsiness?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Axanthine 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 Axanthine to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Axanthine raise blood sugar levels?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Axanthine does not raise or elevate blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Axanthine?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Axanthine 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 Axanthine 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 over 4 years ago

Can Axanthine cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Axanthine 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Axanthine work?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Axanthine contains allopurinol that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the xanthine oxidase enzyme (Responsible for uric acid production in our body) that lead to disruption in the biosynthesis of uric acid due to which its abnormally high levels are decreased in the body. The decreased levels of uric acid prevent the formation of uric acid crystals and calcium oxalate crystals. Hence, in this way, it prevents from gout.