ALLOPURINOL

Overview

ALLOPURINOL is a Schedule H drug.
Allopurinol is a prescription medication used to treat gout, high levels of uric acid, and kidney stones. Allopurinol belongs to a group of drugs call xanthine oxidase inhibitors, which work by decreasing uric acid in the body. High levels of uric acid may lead to gout attacks or kidney stones. Common side effects of allopurinol include diarrhea, nausea, and rash. Allopurinol can also cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how allopurinol affects you. The medication may also be used to treat seizures, infections, and pain caused by pancreas disease.

Usage

ALLOPURINOL is generally used to treat: Gout, Kidney Stones

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

ALLOPURINOL is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral,

Precautions

  • Serious allergic reactions including death have occurred with allopurinol. Stop taking this medication and talk to your doctor if you develop a skin rash.
  • Allopurinol, while it is used to prevent gout attacks, can temporarily cause flare-ups of gouty arthritis at the start of therapy. Your doctor may recommend another medication, such as colchicine, be taken along with allopurinol at first, to prevent these flare-ups.
  • Drink plenty of water or other fluids each day while taking allopurinol to prevent kidney stone formation.
  • Allopurinol can cause drowsiness. Do not drive a car or operate heavy machinery until you know how allopurinol affects you.
  • Serious liver problems have occurred with allopurinol use. While these events are rare, tell your doctor if you experience weight loss, lack of appetite, and itching. Your doctor will likely run tests to check your liver function.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol. It can make your condition worse. Allopurinol may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
  • Allopurinol can lower blood cells that help your body fight infections. This can make it easier for you to bleed from an injury or get sick from being around others who are ill. Your blood may need to be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly

Common Side-Effects

ALLOPURINOL : Vomit, Loose Motion, Drowsiness, Head Headache, Strange Taste

Serious Side-Effects

ALLOPURINOL : Joint Pain, Jaundice, Flu, Muscle Pain, Dry Skin, Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Allergic Skin Disease, Fever, Throat Soreness, Head Headache, Nausea, Upper Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Weight Loss (unintentional), Change In Stools, Pain With Urination, Frequent Urination

Disease Interactions

ALLOPURINOL can interfere with: Bone Infection, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Failure

Technical Classification

ALLOPURINOL is categorized as: ANTIGOUT AGENTS / METABOLIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with ALLOPURINOL as Ingredient

ALINOL 10MG TABALLOPURINOL 10.0 MG
ALINOL 20MG TABALLOPURINOL 20.0 MG
ALLGORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
ALLGORIC 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
ALLORIC 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
ALOPUR 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
ALOPUR 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
ALRIK 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
ALRIK 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
ALUNO 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
ALUNO 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
ALURID TAB 100MGALLOPURINOL 100 MG
AVERY 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
AVERY 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
AXANTHINE 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
CIPLORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100 MG
CIPLORIC 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300 MG
CIPROLIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
CIPROLIC 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
GOLORIC TABALLOPURINOL 100 MG
GUDLORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
LODIRIC 250MG CAPULE SRALLOPURINOL 250.0 MG
LODIRIC TABALLOPURINOL 100 MG
LODIRIC-SR 250MG CAPALLOPURINOL 250 MG
LOGOUT 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
LOGOUT 250MG CAP SRALLOPURINOL 250.0 MG
LOPNOL 100MG TAB DTALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
LOPNOL 300MG TAB DTALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
MYLORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
OXYPRIM CAPALLOPURINOL
PILORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
PILORIC 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
RANLORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
RYLORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
SWILORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
URIDIP 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
URIDIP 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
URITAS 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
ZANOPIROL TABALLOPURINOL
ZYLE 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
ZYLE 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG
ZYLORIC 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100 MG
ZYLORIC 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300 MG
ZYRIK 100MG TABALLOPURINOL 100.0 MG
ZYRIK 300MG TABALLOPURINOL 300.0 MG