Allopurizol 300 Tablet
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Allopurizol 300 Tablet is to be taken with food.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Allopurizol 300 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Allopurizol 300 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Allopurizol 300 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Allopurizol 300mg Tablet
Allopurinol(300mg)
Allopurizol tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of gout.
How allopurizol tablet works
Allopurizol 300 Tablet is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid, which is the chemical that causes gout.
Common side effects of allopurizol tablet
Diarrhea, Nausea, Elevated serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase, Elevated serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood
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Expert advice FOR Allopurizol Tablet
- Your doctor has prescribed Allopurinol to reduce episodes of gout attack.
- Take Allopurinol with food to avoid stomach upset.
- Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Allopurinol.
- Notify your doctor if you develop a rash. This could be a sign of allergy and should go away on discontinuing Allopurinol.
- When you first start taking this medicine, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Allopurinol on having an acute attack of gout as that could make an attack worse.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause your gout to flare up.
Frequently asked questions FOR Allopurizol 300mg Tablet
Allopurinol
Q. What is the best time of the day to take Allopurizol 300 Tablet?
Allopurizol 300 Tablet can be taken at anytime of the day but preferably should be taken at the same time each day so that you remember to take it. It is usually prescribed once daily and should be taken after meals. If the dose exceeds 300 mg or if your stomach is upset, you can take it in divided doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Why do I still get gout while taking Allopurizol 300 Tablet?
If you have started taking Allopurizol 300 Tablet, you may experience an increase in attacks of gout (severe pain, swelling, and redness). However, these attacks usually become shorter and less severe after several months of therapy. The possible reason for increased attacks could be gradual breakdown of uric acid crystals, causing fluctuations in uric acid levels in the blood. To prevent such painful events, your doctor may advise to take colchicine with Allopurizol 300 Tablet, as it can suppress the gouty attacks.
Q. How long does it take for Allopurizol 300 Tablet to lower uric acid levels?
It may take several months before you start feeling better or notice any significant reduction in attacks of gout (severe pain, swelling, and redness). Initially after starting Allopurizol 300 Tablet you may experience gouty attacks. Continue taking Allopurizol 300 Tablet even if you do not experience any considerable relief from the attacks. Do not stop taking Allopurizol 300 Tablet without consulting your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe you another medicine along with Allopurizol 300 Tablet to prevent the initial attacks. It may take up to years for the body to completely get rid of all uric acid crystals.