Ciploric

Ciploric Allopurinol Tablets are a medication used to treat:

• Gout (a condition characterized by sudden and severe pain, swelling, and redness in the joints)
• Hyperuricemia (high levels of uric acid in the blood)
• Prophylaxis of gouty attacks

Composition: Each tablet of Ciploric Allopurinol contains 100mg or 300mg of Allopurinol (an active pharmaceutical ingredient), which is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor.

Mechanism of Action: Allopurinol works by:

• Inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, which is responsible for converting purines into uric acid
• Reducing the production of uric acid in the body
• Increasing the excretion of uric acid in the urine

Dosage: The recommended dose of Ciploric Allopurinol is:

• 100mg or 300mg once daily for the treatment of gout or hyperuricemia
• 100mg to 300mg once daily for prophylaxis of gouty attacks

Side Effects: Common side effects of Ciploric Allopurinol include:

• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea or abdominal pain
• Dizziness or headache
• Rash or itching
• Fever or chills

Rare but serious side effects include:

• Allergic reactions (e.g. Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)
• Agranulocytosis (a decrease in white blood cells)
• Anemia (a decrease in red blood cells)
• Bone marrow suppression (a decrease in bone marrow function)

Recommendation: Ciploric Allopurinol is recommended for patients with gout or hyperuricemia who have not responded to other treatments or who have had unacceptable side effects. Patients with kidney disease or other medical conditions that may affect their ability to respond to treatment should be closely monitored while taking Ciploric Allopurinol.

Important Note:

• Ciploric Allopurinol should be used under the guidance of a healthcare provider with experience in the treatment of gout or hyperuricemia.
• Patients should be advised to report any symptoms of hypersensitivity reactions, such as rash, itching, swelling, or difficulty breathing.
• Ciploric Allopurinol may interact with other medications, such as certain antibiotics and antacids. Patients should inform their healthcare provider of all medications they are taking before starting Ciploric Allopurinol therapy.
• Patients with a history of kidney disease or other medical conditions that may affect their ability to respond to treatment should be closely monitored while taking Ciploric Allopurinol.

Special Precautions:

• Patients with kidney disease should be closely monitored while taking Ciploric Allopurinol.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their healthcare provider before taking Ciploric Allopurinol.
• Patients with a history of gastrointestinal problems, such as dyspepsia or gastritis, should be monitored while taking Ciploric Allopurinol.