Review the side-effects of Probenecid as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
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.
Other Precautions :
Drink adequate fluid especially during the first few months of treatment.Drug Name : Probenecid
Probenecid(Benemid) generic is a uricosuric agent, prescribed for chronic gout and gouty arthritis. It increases the excretion of uric acid from the body.Trade Names for Probenecid
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