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Allopurinol 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Allopurinol is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Allopurinol safe for pregnant women?
Allopurinol shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Allopurinol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Allopurinol as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Allopurinol on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Allopurinol. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Allopurinol on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Allopurinol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Allopurinol on the Heart?
Allopurinol has very mild side effects on the heart.
Allopurinol 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 Allopurinol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Allopurinol habit forming or addictive?
Allopurinol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Allopurinol since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Allopurinol only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Allopurinol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Allopurinol
Some foods when eaten with Allopurinol can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Allopurinol
Taking alcohol with Allopurinol can be dangerous.
Allopurinol 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.
Take Allopurinol as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Allopurinol may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and take rest, even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Allopurinol 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 Allopurinol 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.
Rarely, Allopurinol causes joint pain. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience intense joint pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take some rest even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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References
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