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Allopurinol Description
ALLOPURINOL - ORAL (al-oh-PURE-in-ohl)
Common Allopurinol Brand Name(s)
Zyloprim
Allopurinol Side Effects
Allopurinol may cause drowsiness especially during the first few days. Use caution if engaging in activities that require alertness. Stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and headache may also occur as your body adjusts to the medication. Notify your doctor if you develop: yellowing of the eyes or skin, sore throat, easy bruising or bleeding, muscle aches, numbness or tingling of legs and arms, fatigue, rash or itchy skin. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
How To Use Allopurinol
ALLOPURINOL: ALLOPURINOL is best taken with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach. It is advisable to drink a full glass of water with each dose and to drink at least 8 glasses (8 ounces each) of water a day while taking ALLOPURINOL, in order to prevent the formation of kidney stones (unless you require fluid restrictions). Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Large doses of Vitamin C should be avoided while taking this medicine as it can increase the risk of kidney stone formation.
Allopurinol Uses
ALLOPURINOL is used in the treatment of gout. It is also used in the management of certain types of kidney stones and to reduce elevated uric acid levels in the blood caused by certain illnesses.
Allopurinol Precautions
Before using ALLOPURINOL, tell your doctor your medical history especially of: kidney or liver disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, drug allergies. ALLOPURINOL should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. ALLOPURINOL is excreted into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Allopurinol Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you are taking, particularly: amoxicillin, ampicillin, azathioprine, chlorpropamide, cyclophosphamide, diuretics ("water pills"), mercaptopurine. Alcohol can decrease the effectiveness of allopurinol. Ask your doctor for advice on drinking alcoholic beverages. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Allopurinol Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Allopurinol Notes
It may take two to four weeks for effects of this medication to be noticed.
Missed Allopurinol Dose
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Allopurinol Storage
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.
