Allopurinol Flashcards
1
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Class of allopurinol
A
Xanthine oxidase inhibitors
2
Q
Allopurinol inhibits XO into
A
Uric acid
3
Q
Indications of allopurinol
A
- gout (prophylaxis)
- uric acid renal stones
4
Q
When should you start allopurinol
A
After attack has settled
5
Q
Long-term gout Tx
Short-term gout Tx
A
- allopurinol
- colchicine
6
Q
Potential contraindications of allopurinol
A
- pregnancy
- hepatic renal failure
7
Q
Side effects of allopurinol
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- rash
- hypersensitivity
- hepatotoxicity
- blood disorders
