Name: Allopurinol (100mg)
Creator: Anushta Chandrapalan

Allopurinol is prescribed to treat gouty arthritis and prevent specific kidney stones by reducing high uric acid levels in the blood.

Allopurinol (100mg) is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor, recommended for treating the increased uric acid levels caused by cancer drugs.

Allopurinol (100mg) Tablet Unicure India Pvt. Ltd. Generic : Allopurinol	₹ 11.40 100mg 10 Tablets

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Drug Name : Allopurinol

Allopurinol is prescribed to treat gouty arthritis and prevent specific kidney stones by reducing high uric acid levels in the blood. It is recommended for treating the increased uric acid levels caused by cancer drugs.
More Info about Allopurinol

Written & Compiled by Anushta Chandrapalan, M.Sc | Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on February, 2, 2017

Medical condition(s) for which Allopurinol (100mg) may be prescribed

Gout

Kidney Stones

Leishmaniasis

Stones in Urinary Tract

Dosage & When it is to be taken (Indications)

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.

Side effects of Allopurinol (100mg)

Gastrointestinal : Diarrhea, nausea and increased level of liver enzymes.

Metabolic : Acute attacks of gout.

Skin : Rash.

How to use Allopurinol (100mg)?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

When Should Allopurinol (100mg) not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Warnings and Precautions for Allopurinol (100mg)

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver diseases, heart problems, bone marrow problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, who are taking other medication, any allergy, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Monitor kidney and liver function regularly while taking this medication.

Other Precautions for Allopurinol (100mg)

Avoid excess dosage.
Follow the diet and exercise program as directed by your physician.

Storage Conditions for Allopurinol (100mg)

Store it at controlled room temperature (15° to 25°C) and in an airtight container.

Schedule : H Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.

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