Multichris Allopurinol 300 mg Tablets Tablet (Allopurinol) — Uses, Dosage & NAFDAC

Who is this for?

What is this drug?

Allopurinol is a medicine that lowers the amount of uric acid your body produces — uric acid is a waste product that can build up in your blood and joints, causing painful swelling and kidney stones.

What is it used for?

Gout (painful joint swelling especially in the big toe)high uric acid levels in the bloodkidney stones caused by uric acidprevention of uric acid buildup during cancer treatment

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Cancer Treatment Kidney & Urinary Gout

How it works

Inhibits xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for converting hypoxanthine and xanthine to uric acid, thereby reducing serum and urinary uric acid levels and preventing urate crystal deposition in joints and kidneys.

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You need a doctor's prescription to buy this drug.

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How to take this drug

Adults usually start with 100 mg once daily, taken after food to reduce stomach upset. Your doctor may gradually increase this to 200–300 mg daily depending on your uric acid levels. Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water and try to drink plenty of water throughout the day — at least 2 litres — to help flush out uric acid.

What if I Miss a Dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as normal. Do not take two doses at once to make up for it.

What to watch out for

Buy only from registered pharmacies — allopurinol from roadside sellers may be fake or expired. Do not share this drug with someone else who has joint pain, as their condition may be different. Drink plenty of water daily while on this medication to protect your kidneys, especially in hot Nigerian weather.

Common Side Effects

Skin rash or itching
stomach upset or diarrhea
headache
feeling drowsy or dizzy
changes in how food tastes

Serious Side Effects

Severe skin rash with peeling
blistering
or sores in the mouth — this can be life-threatening
stop the drug immediately and go to the hospital. Signs of liver problems like yellowing of the eyes or dark urine. Unusual bleeding
bruising
or fever — see a doctor right away.

Drug Interactions

Azathioprine or mercaptopurine (drugs used for immune conditions or cancer) — allopurinol can dangerously increase their levels in your body. Warfarin (blood thinner) — allopurinol may increase your risk of bleeding. Alcohol can raise uric acid levels and make your gout worse, so reduce or avoid alcohol while taking this medicine.

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Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Warning

Allopurinol is not considered safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding — consult your doctor before using it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing a baby.

Who Should NOT Take This

People who are allergic to allopurinol
anyone currently having a gout attack (wait until the attack settles before starting)
people with severe liver or kidney disease unless closely monitored by a doctor. Do not start this drug during an active gout flare-up — it can make it worse.

How to Store

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat — Nigerian weather can be very hot, so avoid leaving it in your car or near windows. Keep the tablets in their original container and far away from children.

For information only — not medical advice. Always talk to a doctor or pharmacist before changing your medication.

Multichris Allopurinol 300 mg Tablets