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Allopurizol 300 Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ALLOPURINOL-300MG

Uses:

Gout (increased uric acid in joints), Kidney stones, Bladder stones

Medicinal Benefits:

Allopurizol 300 Tablet contains an 'enzyme inhibitor', medication, primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. In addition to this, it is sometimes also used to treat pain caused by pancreas disease, seizures, and improve survival after bypass surgery. It also prevents the rejection of a kidney transplant. Allopurizol 300 Tablet contains allopurinol, an enzyme inhibitor primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. It works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for the formation of uric acid. It stops uric acid formation inside the body without affecting the essential mechanism of cells and the body.

FAQs

Allopurizol 300 Tablet contains allopurinol, an enzyme inhibitor that works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for uric acid formation. It stops uric acid formation inside the body without affecting the essential mechanism of cells and the body. 

If you are taking Allopurizol 300 Tablet and it makes you vomit, then your contraceptive pill would not be effective, and it could lead to unwanted pregnancy. If you are of childbearing age, inform your doctor before starting Allopurizol 300 Tablet and use another form of contraceptive like condoms.

Initially, when you start Allopurizol 300 Tablet, it can increase the number of gout attacks. Please do not stop taking Allopurizol 300 Tablet on having an acute attack (sudden attack) of gout as it can make the attack even worse. Co-administration with an anti-inflammatory agent (colchicine) is recommended and slowly increasing the dose of Allopurizol 300 Tablet.

Generally, when Allopurizol 300 Tablet is given to elderly patients (above 65 years), the dose is lowered depending upon the patient's condition. Also, if mention all underlining disease you suffer from which could affect Allopurizol 300 Tablet, the dose will be adjusted accordingly by your doctor

Yes, Allopurizol 300 Tablet can cause drowsiness in some people. It can even make you feel dizzy or have a problem with coordination. It is advisable to avoid driving or operate machinery to avoid any unpleasant side effects.

No, Allopurizol 300 Tablet is not an anti-inflammatory medicine. It works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for the formation of uric acid. It stops uric acid formation inside the body without affecting the essential mechanism of cells and the body. 

It may take several weeks to lower the uric acid levels, before you start feeling better or notice any significant reduction in attacks of gout.