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Agout tablet 300 mg 20’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Allopurinol
- Manufactured by : Mega Pharmaceutical (PVT) LTD
- Drug Strength : 300 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 20s
- Product SKU : pg_530_573
Agout tablet contains Allopurinol | belongs to Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
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How it works
Agout tablet 300 mg 20’s works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Increased uric acid levels can cause gout and kidney problems.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Agout tablet 300 mg 20’s
- Diarrhea
- Skin rash
- Nausea and Vomiting rare
- Stomach pain rare
- Yellow colored eyes or skin rare
- Dizziness rare
- Loss of appetite rare
- Change in taste rare
- Blurred vision rare
Uses of Agout tablet 300 mg 20’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Gout
This medicine is used in the treatment of gout, a type of arthritis resulting due to the deposition of excess uric acid crystals in the joints characterized by severe pain, redness, and swelling in the joints, especially on the big toes.
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Hyperuricemia Secondary to Chemotherapy
This medicine is used to lower the uric acid levels in patients receiving chemotherapy expected to get an elevation of uric acid levels in the blood.
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Calcium Oxalate Calculi with Hyperuricosuria
This medicine is used to lower the uric acid levels and prevent the formation of calculi in the kidney.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed in 2 to 3 days.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Agout tablet 300 mg 20’s for any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Allergic reactions
This medicine may cause severe allergic reactions such as skin rash, swelling of lips or face, etc. in some patients. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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Hydration
Drink an adequate amount of water (2 liters/day) to increase the urine output and to prevent the formation of kidney stones.
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Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause dizziness, drowsiness, vertigo, etc. in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms.
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Asymptomatic hyperuricemia
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with asymptomatic hyperuricemia.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Azathioprine severe
- Angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors severe
- Antacids moderate
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moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with or predisposed to bone marrow suppression due to the risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
References
- webmd.com - Allopurinol [Internet]. Available from: https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-8610/allopurinol-oral/details [cited 9/7/2020].
what are the adverse effects of Agout tablet 300 mg 20’s?
Skin reactions; withdraw if occur. Nausea. Acute gout, raised TSH.
What happens if I miss a dose of Agout tablet 300 mg 20’s?
The dosage should be adjusted by monitoring serum urate concentrations and urinary urate/uric acid levels at appropriate intervals. Dosage frequency: Once a day after a meal or after food. Should the daily dosage exceed 300 mg and gastrointestinal intolerance be manifested, a divided doses regimen may be appropriate.
Adults: 2 to 10 mg/kg body wt/day or 100 to 200 mg daily in mild conditions; 300 to 600 mg daily in moderately severe conditions; 700 to 900 mg daily in severe conditions.
Children: Prophylaxis of hyperuricaemia associated with cancer chemotherapy, prophylaxis of hyperuricaemic nephropathy, enzyme disorders causing increased serum urate e.g. Lesch-Nyhan Syndrome: 1 mth-15 yr, 10-20 mg/kg daily (max 400 mg daily), preferably after food; 15-18 yr, initially 100 mg daily, increased according to response, max 900 mg daily (doses over 300 mg daily given in divided doses); preferably after food.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Agout tablet 300 mg 20’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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