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Probenecid
Latest prescription information about Probenecid. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Probenecid
Pronunciation : proe ben' e sid
Therapeutic Classification : anti- gout medications
Trade Name(s):
India- Benecid. International- Benemid. This medication is a uricosuric agent, prescribed for chronic gout and gouty arthritis. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : PO- The usual adult dose for hyperuricemia is 500 mg twice daily and the maximum dose is 2 grams daily. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of ulcers, kidney stones,kidney disorder, blood disorder, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * It may affect blood sugar level, monitor sugar level regularly. Side Effects : Central Nervous System - Headache and dizziness. Metabolic - Precipitation of acute gouty arthritis. Gastrointestinal - Liver damage, vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite and sore gums. Genitourinary - Kidney damage, blood in urine, kidney stone, back pain and urinary frequency. Hypersensitivity - Shock, fever, hives and itching. Blood - Anemia and decrease in white blood cells. Skin - Skin inflammation, hair loss and flushing. * Drink adequate fluid especially during the first few months of treatment. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature (20°-25°C). |
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