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Aluno is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gout, High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood. Aluno also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Aluno depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aluno as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Aluno go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Aluno's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Aluno has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Aluno related warnings section.
The section on Aluno contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Aluno have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Aluno is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Aluno 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 Aluno safe for pregnant women?
Aluno has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Aluno without medical advice.
Is the use of Aluno safe during breastfeeding?
Aluno may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Aluno on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Aluno. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Aluno on the Liver?
Aluno may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Aluno on the Heart?
Aluno is rarely harmful for the heart.
Aluno 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 Aluno unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aluno habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Aluno is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Aluno will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Aluno should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Aluno is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aluno
Aluno may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aluno
Taking Aluno with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Take Aluno as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
No, Aluno does not cause constipation in the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug may be due to other medical conditions, then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.
Yes, Aluno 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 Aluno to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
No, Aluno should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Aluno has been reported to causes diarrhoea but this occurs in those cases who are taking more than the recommended doses. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zyloprim ® (allopurinol)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 216-217
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 125-127
