GURIK 100mg Tablet 10's

Introduction About GURIK 100MG TABLET

GURIK 100MG TABLET contains Allopurinol which belongs to a group of medicines
called Enzyme inhibitors. It is used to gout, uric acid nephropathy,
hyperuricemia, uric acid renal calculi and calcium oxalate renal calculi. Gout
is a form of arthritis due to high levels of uric acid in the body and this uric
acid builds up in the joints and tendons as crystals causing severe pain,
redness and tenderness in joints.

Before taking GURIK 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have kidney or liver
problems, high blood pressure or heart problems, thyroid, cancer or Lesch-Nyhan
syndrome, gout attack, lactose or galactose intolerance and glucose-galactose
malabsor
and it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it passes through
the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it.

GURIK 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children below children under
15 years of age except in some types of cancer such as leukaemia and certain
enzyme disorders such as Lesch-Nyhan syndrome. GURIK 100MG TABLET should be used
with caution in elderly patients above 65years of age. Consult your doctor
before taking it. The most common side effects of taking GURIK 100MG TABLET are
skin rash and increased levels of thyroid stimulation hormone in blood. Consult
with your doctor if any of these worsens or doesn’t improve.

Uses Of GURIK 100MG TABLET

It is used to manage:

• gout
• uric acid nephropathy
• hyperuricemia
• uric acid renal calculi (prophylaxis)
• calcium oxalate renal calculi (prophylaxis)

How GURIK 100MG TABLET Works

GURIK 100MG TABLET works by stopping the enzyme (xanthine oxidase) which is
responsible for production of uric acid. Thus lowering the levels of uric acid
in blood and urine and decreases the incidence of gout symptoms.

How to use GURIK 100MG TABLET

Take GURIK 100MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicines with
a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the
correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and
disease condition.

Side Effects Of GURIK 100MG TABLET

Common

• skin rash
• increased thyroid-stimulating hormone levels in the blood

Uncommon

• nausea, vomiting
• diarrhoea
• abdominal pain

Rare

• liver problems (liver inflammation, jaundice)

Stop taking GURIK 100MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you
experience any of the following side effects:

• allergic reaction symptoms such as flaking skin, boils or sore lips and mouth, sudden wheeziness, fluttering or tightness in the chest and collapse
• serious hypersensitivity reactions characterized by fever, joint pain, abnormalities in blood, bleeding in the lips, mouth, eyes, nose or genitals, ulcers of the mouth, throat, nose, genitals, conjunctivitis (red and swollen eyes), widespread blisters or peeling

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Diarrhea

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or fruit juices to keep you hydrated. Do not
take any medicine on your own for managing diarrhea. Contact your doctor if the
symptom did not improve.

!### Nausea And Vomiting

Try to take this medicine with or just after a meal or a snack. Stick to simple
meals. Avoid eating rich or spicy food. If the symptom does not improve, contact
your doctor.

!### Skin rash Or Itching

Avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate the skin. Do not scratch the
affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Regularly
use moisturizer to soothe and hydrate the affected area. If the symptom does not
improve, contact your doctor.

!### Stomach Pain

Rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller meals. Keep a heat
pad on your stomach. Do not self-manage and contact your doctor if the symptom
did not improve.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Use with CautionGURIK 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult with
your doctor before taking.

!### Breastfeeding

ContraindicatedGURIK 100MG TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it
passes through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking it.

!### Driving and Using Machines

Use with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel drowsy, giddy or have problems
with co-ordination after taking GURIK 100MG TABLET.

!### Kidney

Use with CautionGURIK 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems.
Consult your doctor before taking.

!### Liver

Use with CautionGURIK 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems.
Consult your doctor before taking.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take GURIK 100MG TABLET if you are allergic to Allopurinol or any other
ingredients of this medicine.

!### Heart Disease

Use with CautionGURIK 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems.
Consult your doctor before taking.

!### Use In Pediatrics

ContraindicatedGURIK 100MG TABLET is not recommended in children and adolescents below 15 years
of age except in some types of cancer (leukaemia) and certain enzyme disorders
such as Lesch-Nyhan syndrome. Consult with your child’s doctor before giving it
to your child.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionGURIK 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above
65 years). Consult your doctor before taking.

Others

Before taking GURIK 100MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have:

• Lesch-Nyhan syndrome
• thyroid problems
• high blood pressure
• an acute attack of gout
• cancer (especially leukaemia)
• intolerance to some sugars

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking GURIK 100MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicine:

• aspirin (medicine used to manage heart diseases, pain)

• theophylline (medicine used for asthma and breathing disorders)

• medicines used to manage epilepsy (Ex. phenytoin, carbamazepine)

• vidarabine (used to manage herpes simplex or chicken pox)

• medicines used to manage bacterial infections (Ex. ampicillin and amoxicillin)

• didanosine (used to manage HIV infection)

• medicines used to manage diabetes (Ex. chlorpropamide and tolbutamide)

• cytostatics (medicines stop the cell growth in cancer) Ex. cyclophosphamide, doxorubicin, bleomycin, procarbazine, alkyl halogenides

• azathioprine (medicines used for rheumatoid arthritis and after organ transplants)

• medicines used to manage high blood pressure, heart failure (Ex. captopril)

• medicines used to thin the blood (Ex. dicoumarol, phenprocoumon, warfarin)

• medicines used to reduce uric acid levels, gout (Ex. probenecid, salicylate)

• aluminum hydroxide (medicines used to manage acidity)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of GURIK 100MG TABLET, consult
your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are
nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and dizziness.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Allopurinol
Pharmacological Category	:	Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor
Therapeutic Indication	:	Gout, Kidney stones, Leukaemia, Lesch-Nyhan syndrome
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Capsule

More Information

Storage

• Keep GURIK 100MG TABLET out of the sight and reach of children
• Store GURIK 100MG TABLET below 25°C

FAQs About GURIK 100MG TABLET

Q: How GURIK 100MG TABLET works?

A: GURIK 100MG TABLET works by stopping the enzyme (xanthine oxidase) which is
responsible for production of uric acid. Thus, lowering the levels of uric acid
in blood and urine and decreases the incidence of gout symptoms.

Q: Does GURIK 100MG TABLET affect kidney?

A: Yes. GURIK 100MG TABLET might affect the kidney. Inform your doctor priorly
if you have any kidney diseases or are on dialysis. Your doctor might consider
adjusting the dose of GURIK 100MG TABLET for you. Consult your doctor before
taking.

Q: What happens if I suddenly stop taking GURIK 100MG TABLET?

A: Do not stop GURIK 100MG TABLET unless you told by doctor. If you stop taking
GURIK 100MG TABLET suddenly, there is a high risk of gout attack or you will get
serious side effects. Consult your doctor before stopping.

Q: Can GURIK 100MG TABLET cause joint pain?

A: Yes. GURIK 100MG TABLET can cause joint pain. But it is a rare side effect.
If you develop any of these symptoms stop the medication and contact your
healthcare
provide.

Q: Does GURIK 100MG TABLET affect my ability to drive?

A: Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel drowsy, giddy or have
problems with co-ordination after taking GURIK 100MG TABLET. You can resume with
your activities after you feel normal again.

Q: If I am having a gout attack, will an extra dose of GURIK 100MG TABLET help me?

A: No. GURIK 100MG TABLET is not a pain reliever and does not show its effect
immediately. If you have an attack of gout while taking GURIK 100MG TABLET, keep
taking it at the same dose. Do not stop taking it. Your doctor may advise you to
take a pain reliever medicine You can also apply icepacks or cold compress and
rest the affected joint, to reduce pain. See your doctor if the pain and
inflammation does not show improvement in 24 hours.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Creatinine Levels
• Uric acid
• Kidney Function Tests