Allopurinol 100/300 Unicorn Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 27 August 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of gout and hyperuricaemia.
Dosage (summary)
Initial dose: 50 mg twice daily, up to 200-400 mg daily; severe cases may require 600 mg.
Special Populations
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Caution in pregnancy; contraindicated in lactation.
Key Drug Interactions
- 6-mercaptopurine
- azathioprine
- ciclosporin
- didanosine
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to allopurinol
- Acute gout attack
- Lactating mothers
Common side effects
- Rash
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Stay hydrated
- Monitor for skin reactions
- Avoid use in acute gout attacks
Serious warnings
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- SJS/TEN risk
- Monitor renal function
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