Allopurinol
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Indications
- Prophylaxis of gout and of uric acid and calcium oxalate renal stones, Prophylaxis of hyperuricaemia associated with cancer chemotherapy
- Prophylaxis of gout and of uric acid and calcium oxalate renal stones (usual maintenance in mild conditions), Prophylaxis of hyperuricaemia associated with cancer chemotherapy (usual maintenance in mild conditions)
- Prophylaxis of gout and of uric acid and calcium oxalate renal stones (usual maintenance in moderately severe conditions), Prophylaxis of hyperuricaemia associated with cancer chemotherapy (usual maintenance in moderately severe conditions)
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Drug Interactions
24 drug interactions identified for Allopurinol. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
Ensure adequate fluid intake (2–3 litres/day); for hyperuricaemia associated with cancer therapy, allopurinol treatment should be started before cancer therapy; thyroid disorders Cautions, further inf
Side Effects
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