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You can take allopurinol at any time of the day. However, try to take your doses at the same time of day each day. How long to take it for. If allopurinol works for you, you may need to take it for the rest of your life to treat gout and kidney stones.
29 Αυγ 2023 · Peak levels of allopurinol are reached within 1.5 hours and 4.5 hours for its active metabolite. Allopurinol may be taken once daily. Normal serum uric acid levels are normally achieved within one to three weeks. It may take two to six weeks before allopurinol effectively reduces gout attacks.
Your dose of allopurinol may change over time, depending on the amount of urate in your body. Your doctor will monitor your urate levels with blood tests every 2-4 weeks, until they are sure that the dose that you’re taking is high enough to reduce the amount of urate in your body.
Adults and children 11 years of age and older—300 to 800 milligrams (mg) per day. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed. Children—Dose is based on body surface area (BSA) and must be determined by your doctor. The dose is usually 100 milligrams per square meter (mg/m [2]) every 8 to 12 hours.
22 Μαρ 2024 · Warnings. Before taking. Dosage. Side effects. Interactions. What is allopurinol? Allopurinol belongs to a class of medications called xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by reducing the production of uric acid in the body. High levels of uric acid may cause gout attacks or kidney stones.
Find out how allopurinol treats gout and how to take it. About allopurinol. Who can and cannot take it. How and when to take it. Side effects. Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility. Taking allopurinol with other medicines and herbal supplements. Common questions.
13 Ιουν 2024 · Allopurinol should be stored at room temperature, between 68 F to 77 F (20 C to 25 C). It can be exposed to temperatures between 59 F to 86 F (15 C to 30 C), for shorter...
