Allopurinol 300 mg

Indication

Allopurinol is indicated for the main clinical manifestations of urate/uric acid deposition, including chronic gout, hyperuricaemia, urate nephropathy, and uric-acid stones. It is also indicated for the management of 2,8-dihydroxyadenine (2,8-DHA) renal stone and recurrent mixed calcium oxalate renal stones.

Ingredients

• Allopurinol 300 mg

Direction

Please refer to the package insert for more details. Take as directed by the physician, typically after meals with plenty of water.

Side effects

• Skin rash (may be severe)
• Gastrointestinal upset including nausea and diarrhoea
• Headache
• Elevated liver enzymes
• Hypersensitivity syndrome (rare but serious)

Precautions

• Discontinue immediately at the first appearance of a skin rash or other signs of hypersensitivity
• Use with caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment
• dose adjustment may be required
• Maintain adequate fluid intake during therapy
• Read the accompanying instructions carefully before use
• prescription drug
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• stop and seek advice if irritation or allergy occurs