Rx Name [ALLOPURINOL, 4040]
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ALOPRON 100MG TAB (REM/SBI) ALLOPURINOL
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4040
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URICOSURIC AGENTS
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Prophylaxis of gout, hyperuricaemia.
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May initially worsen symptoms in acute gout. Maculopapular rash. Adequate fluid intake needed. C.f. prescribing in renal disease p. 22.
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Adult: Initially 100mg daily to a maintenance dose of 600mg daily (max.900mg daily ). For doses over 300mg take in divided doses. Pediatric under 15 yrs: 10-20mg/kg to a maximum of 400mg daily .Take with food.
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