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Oxyprim 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oxyprim is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oxyprim safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Oxyprim. If you are pregnant, do not take Oxyprim without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Oxyprim safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Oxyprim as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Oxyprim on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Oxyprim. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Oxyprim on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Oxyprim. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Oxyprim only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Oxyprim on the Heart?
Oxyprim may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Oxyprim 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 Oxyprim unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oxyprim habit forming or addictive?
Oxyprim does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Oxyprim will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Oxyprim should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oxyprim is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oxyprim
When consumed with certain foods, Oxyprim may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oxyprim
Consumption of alcohol and Oxyprim together may have severe effects on your health.
Oxyprim 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 Oxyprim 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.
No, Oxyprim 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.
Yes, Oxyprim 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 Oxyprim to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Oxyprim 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.
Yes, Oxyprim 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zyloprim ® (allopurinol)
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