Uritas 300mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Allopurinol (300mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Uritas 300mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat and prevent gout by keeping uric acid levels low. Uritas 300mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat and prevent gout. Gout happens when there is too much uric acid in your body and it forms into crystals that can appear around your joints and kidneys and cause pain. This medicine helps to keep uric acid levels low.
Uritas 300mg Tablet is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid which is the chemical that causes gout.
What is the best time of the day to take Uritas 300mg Tablet?
Uritas 300mg Tablet can be taken at any time of the day, but it's recommended to take it at the same time each day for easier administration. It's usually prescribed once daily and taken after meals. If you need to adjust the dosage, please consult your doctor.
Why do I still get gout while taking Uritas 300mg Tablet?
It's possible to experience gout attacks even with regular use of Uritas 300mg Tablet. While it can help reduce these attacks, the severity and frequency may remain fluctuating until your body reaches a stable uric acid level. It is important to continue taking the medication, and your doctor may suggest adding colchicine alongside for additional protection against gouty attacks.
How long does it take for Uritas 300mg Tablet to lower uric acid levels?
It can take several months to start feeling relief from gout attacks or notice a significant reduction in their severity. While taking the medication, you may experience initial gout attacks. However, it's crucial to continue your treatment with Uritas 300mg Tablet, even without immediate relief, to prevent further flare-ups. Please consult your doctor for a customized plan to manage your condition. It may take up to several years to fully eliminate all uric acid crystals.
What if I take alcohol while taking Uritas 300mg Tablet?
Consuming alcohol while taking Uritas 300mg Tablet can worsen your condition. It's recommended to avoid alcohol entirely, and you should also avoid foods high in protein, as these can trigger gout attacks. Consult your doctor for a list of specific food items to avoid.
Does Uritas 300mg Tablet cause drowsiness?
Some individuals may experience drowsiness after taking Uritas 300mg Tablet. It could even lead to dizziness, impaired coordination, or other side effects. It's best to avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience these symptoms.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Uritas 300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
- Take Uritas 300mg Tablet with food to avoid stomach upset.
- Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Uritas 300mg Tablet.
- Notify your doctor if you develop a rash. This could be a sign of allergy and should go away on discontinuing Uritas 300mg Tablet.
- When you first start taking this medicine you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Uritas 300mg Tablet on having an acute attack of gout as that could make an attack worse.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Uritas 300mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Uritas 300mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Uritas 300mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
