It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.
Prevention of hyperuricaemia associated with chemotherapy treatment or enzyme disorders- 600-800 mg/day, starting 2-3 days before cancer treatment.
IV- Gout and Hyperuricaemia: As Na: 200-400 mg/m2/day. Max: 600 mg/day.
Zyloprim
Dosage & When it is to be taken
Adult: PO- Gout and Hyperuricaemia- Initial: 100 mg/day, may adjust dose according to response. Max: 800 mg/day.Prevention of hyperuricaemia associated with chemotherapy treatment or enzyme disorders- 600-800 mg/day, starting 2-3 days before cancer treatment.
IV- Gout and Hyperuricaemia: As Na: 200-400 mg/m2/day. Max: 600 mg/day.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.Drug Name : Allopurinol
Allopurinol is prescribed to treat gouty arthritis and prevent specific kidney stones by reducing high uric acid levels in the blood.Trade Names/Brand Names of Allopurinol
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International :
Zyloprim
