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Zyloprim
Uses
of Zyloprim :
ALLOPURINOL
- ORAL
(al-oh-PURE-in-ohl)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S)
Zyloprim
ZYLOPRIM USES
This medication is used in the treatment of gout. It is also
used in the management of certain types of kidney stones and
to reduce elevated uric acid levels in the blood caused by
certain illnesses.
HOW TO USE ZYLOPRIM
This drug is best taken with food or milk to prevent an upset
stomach. It is advisable to drink a full glass of water with
each dose and to drink at least 8 glasses (8 ounces each)
of water a day while taking this drug, in order to prevent
the formation of kidney stones (unless you require fluid restrictions).
Consult your doctor or pharmacist. Large doses of Vitamin
C should be avoided while taking this medicine as it can increase
the risk of kidney stone formation.
ZYLOPRIM SIDE
EFFECTS
Allopurinol may cause drowsiness especially during the first
few days. Use caution if engaging in activities that require
alertness. Stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, and
headache may also occur as your body adjusts to the medication.
Notify your doctor if you develop: yellowing of the eyes or
skin, sore throat, easy bruising or bleeding, muscle aches,
numbness or tingling of legs and arms, fatigue, rash or itchy
skin. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction
to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of
an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS
Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history
especially of: kidney or liver disease, high blood pressure,
diabetes, drug allergies. This drug should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits
with your doctor. This drug is excreted into breast milk.
While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants,
consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription drugs
you are taking, particularly: amoxicillin, ampicillin, azathioprine,
chlorpropamide, cyclophosphamide, diuretics ("water pills"),
mercaptopurine. Alcohol can decrease the effectiveness of
allopurinol. Ask your doctor for advice on drinking alcoholic
beverages. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately.
ZYLOPRIM NOTES
It may take two to four weeks for effects of this medication
to be noticed.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take
if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the
missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not
"double-up" the dose to catch up.
ZYLOPRIM STORAGE
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between
15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not
store in the bathroom.
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