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Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip)

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Introduction of Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip)

Zyloric Tablet should be taken after the meal. You can continue to take it as prescribed by your doctor even though you are not having a gout. If you stop, your symptoms can get worse as more crystals develop in your joints and kidneys. You can help yourself by changing your diet and drinking plenty of fluids.

To make sure you are healthy, notify your doctor if you have or have had issues with heart , kidney, liver or thyroid before taking this medication. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, do not use this medicine. Check it out with your doctor. You will be asked to take regular blood tests to ensure if your liver is functioning properly.

How To Use Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip)

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time each day if it is indicated for everyday use.

Brands

Aspen

Active Ingredient

allopurinol

Manufactured by

Aspen Pharma

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Certain side-effects associated with the usage of the medication. Please refer to the list below:-

Nausea
Skin rashes
Stomach upsets
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Unsteadiness when walking
Change in bowel habits
Headache
Change in taste sensation
Hair loss
Acute gout attack

While some these symptoms are more common, there are a few rare symptoms that could also occur. If you are feeling any other symptoms (whether it is mentioned in the above list or not), please consult with a doctor immediately. Please, consult with a doctor if you are having rashes or blurry visions.

Rashes (flat/small raised lesions), Fever and Chills, Joint Pain, Joint Stiffness, Joint Swelling, Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Dizziness, Taste Changes, Unexplained Nosebleeds, High Blood Pressure

Warning Precautions

Precautionary Steps of Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip)

Please consult a doctor especially before taking Zyloric. If you have any of the following conditions & contraindications:-

Acute gout
Heart disease
Liver disease
Allergy to Zyloric or any of its components
Hypersensitivity
Lactation

Please stop using this medication if you are experiencing these symptoms and conditions.

Zyloric Drug Interactions

Drug to drug interaction reaction of Zyloric varies from a person to another person. It is advisable to check with your doctor about all the possible drug interactions before starting the medication.

Alcohol
Azathioprine
Adenine arabinoside
Cyclosporine

Keep the following precautions in mind as well:-

Avoid excess exposure to sunlight
Avoid this medicine for a longer use
Alcohol might affect your liver if it is taken with this medication
Tell your doctor if you have any other diseases or if you are taking any other medication
Do not discontinue the prescribed course

Alcohol Warning (Not Advisable)

It is not advisable to take alcohol with Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) as it would worsen any dizziness, blurred vision, and drowsiness.

Pregnancy Warning (Not Safe)

Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning (Limited Data)

Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) is excreted in the breast milk, along with its active metabolite oxipurinol. However, no data shows any effect of Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) and oxipurinol in the breast milk on the baby. Ultimately, it is not recommended as of now.

Driving Warning (Not Advisable)

Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) may cause side effects such as sleepiness, vertigo or loss of balance, all of which could affect the ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease, especially if used with diuretics. Dose adjustment of Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver Warning (Use With Care)

Patients with liver disease should use Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) with caution. Dose adjustment of Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Take Zyloric 100mg Tablet with food to avoid stomach discomfort.
Stay hydrated (2-3 litres) while on Zyloric 100mg Tablet .
Stop taking Zyloric 100mg Tablet and notify your doctor immediately if you get a skin rash, neck swelling, or trouble breathing while on it.
You may experience some unwanted reactions when you start taking Zyloric 100mg Tablet the first time.
Regular liver function tests will be done before and while on treatment with Zyloric 100mg Tablet.
Notify your doctor if you experience yellowing of the eyes or skin, black urine, or stomach discomfort,
Do not drink alcohol while on Zyloric 100mg Tablet as it may affect your condition.

What If You Forget To Take

If you miss a dose of Zyloric Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQ

Why do my symptoms seem to be getting worse when taking Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip)?

It is common that you get attacks when starting your treatment with Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip). This is because the uric acid levels in your body are still adjusting. You are advised to be persistent with your treatment as Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) will eventually lower the number of attacks you experience and prevent damage to the joints. Your doctor will prescribe other medications for relief of acute attacks.

When should I start taking Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip)?

You should start taking Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) when you are not currently experiencing a gout attack (usually 1-2 weeks after an attack has settled). Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) should not be started until an acute gout attack has completely subsided as starting Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) while experiencing a gout attack could precipitate and prolong your attack.

References

1. Furst DE, Ulrich RW, Varkey-Altamirano C. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs, Nonopioids Analgesics, & Drugs Used in Gout. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 638-39.

2. Grosser T, Smyth E, FitzGerald GA. Anti-Inflammatory, Antipyretic, and Analgesic Agents; Pharmacotherapy of Gout. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 996-97.

3. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 40-42.

4. Drugs.com. Allopurinol Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online)

5. Chaves RG, Lamounier JA. Breastfeeding and maternal medications. J Pediatr (Rio J). 2004;80(5 Suppl):S189-S198. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online)

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Disclaimer

Information last updated on: Thu Nov 21 2024 07:09:09 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time) The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.

The content provided on this webpage is to provide information only, to be fully-interpreted by a medical professional, and not intended as a guide to make purchase decisions, or a substitute to advice of a medical professional. Effectiveness and side effects of medication may differ from individual to individual. We do not encourage any customer to self-diagnose and/or self-medicate. Patients should always consult a medical professional before taking or using any medication. The content provided here is non-exhaustive and may not cover all aspects of the medication. Our service should only be used to support the doctor-patient dynamic, not replace it.

The fulfilment of prescription medication is subject to our review of a prescription issued by a Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) registered doctor. If required, we will provide a tele-consult service with one of our registered panel doctors. This is not an advertisement of a medicine as such an advertisement would require prior approval from the Medicines Advertisement Board of Malaysia. Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) is available in many areas in Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Bintang, Titiwangsa, Setiawangsa, Wangsa Maju, Kepong, Segambut, Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras, Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya, Mont Kiara, Puchong, Bandar Sunway, TTDI, Seri Kembangan, Klang, Bukit Tinggi, Damansara, Sentul, Penang, George Town, Jelutong, Gelugor, Bayan Baru, Bandar Baru Air Itam, Sungai Ara, Bukit Mertajam, Butterworth, Perai, Johor Bahru, Skudai, Bukit Indah, Gelang Patah, Senai, Pasir Gudang, Taman Daya, Taman Molek, Taman Perling, Tebrau, Danga Bay, Larkin, Nusajaya, Pontian, Masai, Setia Tropika, Desaru, Tampoi.

Zyloric 100mg Tablet 10s (strip) is available at many places in Singapore. Ang Mo Kio, Alexandra, Admiralty, Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Batok, Bukit Merah, Bukit Panjang, Bukit Timah, Boat Quay, Buona Vista, Beach Road, Bugis, Balestier, Boon Lay, Central Area, Choa Chu Kang, Clementi, Chinatown, Commonwealt, City Hall, Clarke Quay, Changi Airport, Changi Village, Clementi Park, Dairy Farm, Eunos, East Coast, Farrer Park, Geylang, Hougang, Harbourfront, Holland, Jurong, Jurong East, Jurong West, Kallang/ Whampoa, Lim Chu Kang, Marine Parade, Marina, Macpherson, Mandai, Newton, Novena, Orchard, Pasir Ris, Punggol, Potong Pasir, Paya Lebar, Queenstown, Raffles Place, Rochor, River Valley, Sembawang, Sengkang, Serangoon, Serangoon Rd, Seletar, Tampines, Toa Payoh, Tanjong Pagar, Telok Blangah, Tanglin, Thomson, Tuas, Tengah, Upper East Coast, Upper Bukit Timah, Upper Thomson, Woodlands, West Coast, Yishun, Yio Chu Kang.

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Authorship

Written By

Dr Sri Viknarajan

MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed By

Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli

MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM)

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