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Swiloric is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gout, High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood. Other than this, Swiloric has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Swiloric depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Swiloric can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Swiloric are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Swiloric's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Swiloric has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Swiloric related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Swiloric are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Swiloric may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Swiloric, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Swiloric 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Swiloric is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Swiloric safe for pregnant women?
Swiloric can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Swiloric safe during breastfeeding?
Swiloric has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Swiloric on the Kidneys?
Swiloric can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Swiloric on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Swiloric. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Swiloric only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Swiloric on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Swiloric on the heart have been reported.
Swiloric 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 Swiloric unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Swiloric habit forming or addictive?
Swiloric is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Swiloric since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Swiloric should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Swiloric is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Swiloric
Taking Swiloric with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Swiloric
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Swiloric as it can have severe side effects.
No, Swiloric is not a pain-killer. It contains allopurinol which is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It is mainly used in the treatment of gout, hyperuricemia, and Chemotherapy-induced hyperuricemia.
Swiloric 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 Swiloric 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, Swiloric may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, applying balms and take rest, even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Swiloric does not lower the blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking Swiloric. It is not a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and take rest for a while till it subsides, also inform to the doctor without further delay.
Take Swiloric as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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