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Alopur 300 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Gout, High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Alopur 300 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Alopur 300 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Alopur 300 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Alopur 300 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Alopur 300 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Alopur 300 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alopur 300 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alopur 300 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Alopur 300 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Alopur 300 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Alopur 300 Tablet 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 300 Tablet 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 300 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Alopur on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Alopur 300 Tablet 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 300 Tablet 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 300 Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Alopur on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alopur 300 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alopur 300 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alopur 300 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Alopur 300 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Alopur 300 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Alopur 300 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Alopur 300 Tablet
Some foods when eaten with Alopur 300 Tablet can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alopur 300 Tablet
Taking Alopur 300 Tablet 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
References
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