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Zyloprim (allopurinol) is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor that reduces the production of uric acid. Zyloprim is used to prevent gout attacks by reducing uric acid production; high levels of uric acid may cause gout or kidney stones. Zyloprim is available as a generic termed allopurinol. Side effects of Zyloprim may include drowsiness, diarrhea, and stomach discomfort.
Zyloprim is available in 100 and 300 mg strength tablets. The usual doses start at 200 - 300 mg per day; dosage for children with hyperuricemia under 6 years old is 150 mg per day. Zyloprim is usually recommended to be taken after a meal. Some serious side effects of Zyloprim may include swelling of mouth and lips, severe skin rashes, infections, eye irritation, hepatitis, appetite and weight loss, and painful or bloody urination. Zyloprim should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed and used with caution in women who are breastfeeding; benefits vs. harm to the fetus or infant should be considered. Zyloprim has been used in certain pediatric patient populations with hyperuricemia.
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Zyloprim Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
THIS IS NOT AN INNOCUOUS DRUG. IT IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR THE TREATMENT OF ASYMPTOMATIC HYPERURICEMIA.
ZYLOPRIM (allopurinol) reduces serum and urinary uric acid concentrations. Its use should be individualized for each patient and requires an understanding of its mode of action and pharma-cokinetics (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY, CONTRAINDICATIONS, WARNINGS, and PRECAUTIONS). ZYLOPRIM (allopurinol) is indicated in:
- the management of patients with signs and symptoms of primary or secondary gout (acute attacks, tophi, joint destruction, uri...
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Zyloprim Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using allopurinol and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- the first sign of any skin rash, no matter how mild;
- pain or bleeding when you urinate;
- urinating less than usual or not at all;
- fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;
- bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle...
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Zyloprim Consumer Information: Uses
Allopurinol is used to treat gout and certain types of kidney stones. It is also used to prevent increased uric acid levels in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy. These patients can have increased uric acid levels due to release of uric acid from the dying cancer cells. Allopurinol works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication by mouth, usually once daily or as directed by your doctor. Take this medication after a meal to reduce stomach ...
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