Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Inhibits the conversion of hypoxanthine to xanthine to uric acid thus it decreases the production of uric acid without disrupting the synthesis of vital purines

Allopurinol is used to treat high levels of uric acid in the body, which can cause gouty arthritis, and skin and kidney problems. Some people may not get any symptoms.
Allopurinol is also used to prevent and treat kidney stones in patients who have high uric acid levels.

Always take Allopurinol tablets exactly as your doctor has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Swallow the tablet with a drink of water.
Take it with or just after food.
The usual starting dose in adults is between 100 mg and 300 mg a day taken as a single dose.
The usual maintenance dose is between 200 mg and 600 mg daily, this dose may be split up and taken at separate times during the day.
For children, the dose depends on the child's body weight and it is between 1Ο mg and 20 mg for each kg of body weight per day.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Limit foods rich in purines. When you have gout, you should avoid purine-rich foods such as fatty meats and shellfish.
Eating certain foods, such as cherries, coffee, and foods rich in vitamin C, can help prevent gout attacks. C-Ronz Vitamin C 1000 Mg is rich in vitamin C
Cut out the stress in your life. Stress may trigger a gout attack
Exercise frequently. Staying physically active is part of a healthy lifestyle, and it may help prevent a future gout attack.
Get enough rest and sleep. Both rest and sleep are important when you have gout. Getting enough sleep—aim for about 8 hours every night—can help you manage stress and feel better overall.
Try certain herbal and dietary supplements. It’s thought that some herbal and dietary supplements can help prevent gout. Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory and is helpful. Turmeric is found in many supplements like Flexizac Capsules

If you have kidney problems.
If you suffer from high blood pressure or heart problems.
If you are currently having an acute attack of gout.
If you suffer from hepatic or renal impairment.
If you suffer from rare inherited forms of galactose intolerance, the Lapp lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

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