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Composition :

ALLOPURINOL-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Allopurizol 100 Tablet

Allopurizol 100 Tablet belongs to a class of medication called 'enzyme inhibitor', primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. It is used to treat Gout (increased uric acid leading to inflammation), kidney stones, bladder stones. Gout is a type of inflammatory reaction (allergic reaction) to uric acid crystals that form and accumulate inside joints, especially  big toe, due to high uric acid levels in the blood resulting in immense pain in joints. 

Allopurizol 100 Tablet contains allopurinol, which 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. 

Take Allopurizol 100 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Allopurizol 100 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of Allopurizol 100 Tablet are upset stomach, diarrhoea, skin rash, drowsiness. Most of these side effects of Allopurizol 100 Tablet are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

Do not take Allopurizol 100 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Allopurizol 100 Tablet contains monohydrated lactose, if you are intolerant to some sugars, call your doctor before taking this drug. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, are breast-feeding ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Drink at least 2-3 litres of water so that you stay hydrated. For people who have kidney disease or renal dysfunction, dose adjustment is required. If you lose unexplained weight, please visit your doctor immediately.

Uses of Allopurizol 100 Tablet

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

Directions for Use

Take Allopurizol 100 Tablet with or without food as directed by your physician. Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Allopurizol 100 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 100 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.

Storage

Keep Allopurizol 100 Tablet out of the sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Allopurizol 100 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Allopurizol 100 Tablet contains monohydrated lactose; if your doctor mentioned that you are intolerant to some sugars, call your doctor before taking this drug. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine, you have heart problems or high blood pressure and you take diuretics and/or a medicine called ACE-inhibitors, you have thyroid problems. In rare cases, Allopurizol 100 Tablet can cause bone marrow depression, especially in patients who are already taking that can cause bone marrow depression. For people who have kidney disease or renal dysfunction, dose adjustment is required. If you lose unexplained weight, please visit your doctor immediately. Allopurizol 100 Tablet can cause drowsiness so do not operate machinery or car as it can impair judgment.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Purines are found in certain foods such as alcohol, fish, meat, bacon. People with gout should restrict or avoid them greatly.
  • Losing weight helps lower the levels of uric acid.
  • It is also beneficial to drink plenty of fluids. However, the restricted use of alcohol and tobacco is recommended, raising the levels of uric acid.
  • Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.

Side Effects of Allopurizol 100 Tablet

  • Upset stomach
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Skin rash
  • Drowsiness
  • Feeling or being sick

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GOUT THERAPY

FAQs

Allopurizol 100 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 100 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 100 Tablet and use another form of contraceptive like condoms.

Initially, when you start Allopurizol 100 Tablet, it can increase the number of gout attacks. Please do not stop taking Allopurizol 100 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 100 Tablet.

Generally, when Allopurizol 100 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 100 Tablet, the dose will be adjusted accordingly by your doctor

Yes, Allopurizol 100 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 100 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.

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  • THEOPHYLLINE

Special Advise

  • Drink at least 8 glasses of water or other fluids each day while taking Allopurizol 100 Tablet unless directed to do otherwise by your doctor. If you are a kidney patient consult a doctor before any fluid intake. 
  • If you are intolerant to sugars, please mention your doctor before starting Allopurizol 100 Tablet.
  • The doctor will monitor your kidney function constantly before and during you take Allopurizol 100 Tablet.
  • A liver function test should be done regularly to monitor liver enzymes as Allopurizol 100 Tablet can cause liver enzyme fluctuations.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Gout: It is a type of inflammatory (allergic reaction) to uric acid crystals that form and accumulate inside feet, knuckles, and surrounding bone joints due to high uric acid levels in the blood, resulting in immense pain in joints. The pain may be severe, but the condition improves with medication. To avoid bone and cartilage damage and weakening of the kidneys, repeated gout attacks can require long-term medication. In areas such as the wrists, elbows, feet, or earlobes, chronic gout sufferers can feel small hard lumps forming over time in the soft flesh. These deposits are concentrations of uric acid crystals, called tophi, and over time can cause pain and stiffness. 

Kidney stones: It is a problem in which hard deposits occur in the kidney leading to stones. A kidney stone comprises mainly four types of calcium oxalate, uric acid, struvite and cystine. It is due to the increased level of uric acid in the body. As a result, uric acid crystals start depositing in the kidney, known as renal calculi/nephrolithiasis/urolithiasis.

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Alcohol

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Allopurizol 100 Tablet should not be taken along with alcohol as it increases uric acid levels.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Allopurizol 100 Tablet is a Category C pregnancy drug. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

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Allopurizol 100 Tablet is excreted in human breast milk, so it is not recommended during breastfeeding.

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Driving

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Allopurizol 100 Tablet may make some people feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive or operate dangerous machinery if you are affected.

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Liver

Caution

Allopurizol 100 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Allopurizol 100 Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

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Allopurizol 100 Tablet hasn’t been studied and shouldn’t be used in people younger than 18 years to treat gout or kidney stones.

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