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Alopur is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gout, High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood. Other than this, Alopur has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Alopur depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alopur can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alopur are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alopur is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Alopur has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alopur related warnings section.
The section on Alopur contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Alopur with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alopur is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Alopur is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Alopur safe for pregnant women?
Alopur shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Alopur safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Alopur on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Alopur on the Kidneys?
Alopur may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Alopur on the Liver?
Alopur can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Alopur on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Alopur on the heart have been reported.
Alopur should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alopur unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alopur habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alopur is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Alopur since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Alopur only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alopur cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Alopur
Some foods when eaten with Alopur can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alopur
Taking Alopur with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Alopur may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is the most common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Alopur to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Yes, Alopur can be taken with prednisolone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Alopur along with prednisolone if taken as directed by doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Alopur is helpful in gout. It is used in the treatment of gout which is a type of arthritis that causes intense pain and redness in the joints due to deposition of uric acid crystals. Alopur decreases the production of uric acid which prevents the formation of these uric acid crystals whose deposition results in the intense pain and inflammation of the joints.
No, Alopur is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Alopur contains allopurinol which is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It decreases the production of uric acid by inhibiting xanthine oxidase enzyme which is essential for the biosynthesis of uric acid.
No, Alopur does not cause weight loss. Weight loss has not been associated with this drug. However, if you are experiencing unusual weight loss and you are in doubt that Alopur is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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