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About Ambilast 100mg Tablet

ALLOPURINOL belongs to a class of medication called 'enzyme inhibitor', primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. It is used to treat Gout (increased uric acid leading to inflammation), kidney stones, bladder stones. Gout is a type of inflammatory reaction (allergic reaction) to uric acid crystals that form and accumulate inside joints, especially  big toe, due to high uric acid levels in the blood resulting in immense pain in joints. 

ALLOPURINOL contains allopurinol, which works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for the formation of uric acid. It stops uric acid formation inside the body without affecting the essential mechanism of cells and the body. 

Take ALLOPURINOL as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take ALLOPURINOL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of ALLOPURINOL are upset stomach, diarrhoea, skin rash, drowsiness. Most of these side effects of ALLOPURINOL are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

Do not take ALLOPURINOL if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. ALLOPURINOL contains monohydrated lactose, if you are intolerant to some sugars, call your doctor before taking this drug. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, are breast-feeding ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Drink at least 2-3 litres of water so that you stay hydrated. For people who have kidney disease or renal dysfunction, dose adjustment is required. If you lose unexplained weight, please visit your doctor immediately.

Uses of Ambilast 100mg Tablet

Gout (increased uric acid in joints), Kidney stones, Bladder stones

Medicinal Benefits of Ambilast 100mg Tablet

ALLOPURINOL contains an 'enzyme inhibitor', medication, primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. In addition to this, it is sometimes also used to treat pain caused by pancreas disease, seizures, and improve survival after bypass surgery. It also prevents the rejection of a kidney transplant. ALLOPURINOL contains allopurinol, an enzyme inhibitor primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. It works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for the formation of uric acid. It stops uric acid formation inside the body without affecting the essential mechanism of cells and the body. 

Directions for Use

Take the tablet of ALLOPURINOL with or without food or as directed by your physician. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. The injection form should be given by a doctor or a professional at the hospital.

Side Effects of Ambilast 100mg Tablet

• Upset stomach
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Skin rash
• Drowsiness
• Feeling or being sick

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take ALLOPURINOL if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. ALLOPURINOL contains monohydrated lactose; if your doctor mentioned that you are intolerant to some sugars, call your doctor before taking this drug. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine, you have heart problems or high blood pressure and you take diuretics and/or a medicine called ACE-inhibitors, you have thyroid problems. In rare cases, ALLOPURINOL can cause bone marrow depression, especially in patients who are already taking that can cause bone marrow depression. For people who have kidney disease or renal dysfunction, dose adjustment is required. If you lose unexplained weight, please visit your doctor immediately. ALLOPURINOL can cause drowsiness so do not operate machinery or car as it can impair judgment.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ALLOPURINOL is known to interact with a blood thinner (aspirin),  antihypertensive medicines (captopril), anti-bacterial medicines (ampicillin and amoxicillin), medicines used to thin the blood (dicoumarol, phenprocoumon, warfarin), anti-diabetic medicines (chlorpropamide, tolbutamide), anti-epilepsy medicines (phenytoin, carbamazepine), medicines used for chemotherapy (azathioprine, mercaptopurine, cyclophosphamide), immune suppressant medicine (cyclosporine), asthma medicines (theophylline).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

ALLOPURINOL is known to interact in kidney or liver problems, hypertension (high blood pressure), heart problem, thyroid problems, chemotherapy

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

ALLOPURINOL should not be taken along with alcohol as it increases uric acid levels.

PREGNANCY

ALLOPURINOL is a Category C pregnancy drug. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine.

BREAST FEEDING

ALLOPURINOL is excreted in human breast milk, so it is not recommended during breastfeeding.

DRIVING

ALLOPURINOL may make some people feel drowsy or sleepy. Do not drive or operate dangerous machinery if you are affected.

LIVER

ALLOPURINOL to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

ALLOPURINOL to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.