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Logout is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gout, High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood. Logout also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Logout is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Logout side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Logout are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Logout has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Logout's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Logout have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Logout may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Logout is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Logout 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 Logout safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Logout. If you are pregnant, do not take Logout without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Logout safe during breastfeeding?
Logout may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Logout on the Kidneys?
Logout 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 Logout on the Liver?
Logout 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 Logout on the Heart?
Logout has very mild side effects on the heart.
Logout 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 Logout unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Logout habit forming or addictive?
Logout is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Logout will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Logout is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Logout cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Logout
When consumed with certain foods, Logout may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Logout
Consumption of alcohol and Logout together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Logout is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Logout 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.
Logout is a brand name of allopurinol and it comes in the form of a tablet (solid unit dosage form). It is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of gout (arthritis that causes intense pain and redness in the joints due to deposition of uric acid crystals). Apart from the treatment of gout Logout is given in hyperuricemia and Chemotherapy-induced hyperuricemia (abnormally high levels of uric acid in the blood). It is also given in the treatment of kidney stones.
Yes, Logout is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at a regular dose such as rash, nausea, and vomiting. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
No, Logout 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 Logout is causing weight loss then discuss with your doctor instantly.
Yes, Logout can be taken with colchicine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Logout along with colchicine if taken as recommended.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
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