Allopurinol, a xanthine oxidase inhibitor, is a urate-lowering medication that is FDA approved for managing
It is also used to prevent or lower excess uric acid levels caused by
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended
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Starting Dose 200 mg/m 2 /day intravenously
It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy
Prevention of recurrent calcium nephrolithiasis in patients with hyperuricosuria
It does not have any effect during a gout attack, although you should continue to take it regularly every day, even if this happens
Sometimes, liver problems have not gone back to normal after this medicine (allopurinol tablets) was stopped
Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor Ensure adequate fluid intake (2–3 litres/day); for hyperuricaemia associated with cancer therapy, allopurinol treatment should be started before cancer therapy; thyroid disorders
Each scored white tablet contains 100 mg or 300 mg allopurinol, USP and the inactive ingredients colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch (corn)
To reduce the possibility of gout flares, it is recommended that the individual start with a low dose of allopurinol tablets (100 mg daily) and increase at weekly intervals by 100 mg until a serum uric acid level of 6 mg/dL or
Gout is a painful form of arthritis that affects millions of people worldwide
If you produce too much uric acid or your kidneys do not filter enough out, it can build up and cause tiny, sharp crystals
Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor that works by Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones
neoplasia, Lesch-Nyhan syndrome Existing hyperuricaemia and/or hyperuricosuria should be corrected with allopurinol before starting cytotoxic therapy
It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy
Allopurinol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide
While this medication can be highly effective in managing symptoms and improving overall health, it is important to be aware of certain precautions and potential side effects when taking allopurinol
A high uric acid level can cause gout or gouty arthritis (joint pain and inflammation)