Zyloric 100mg Tablet is used to treat,

• Gout
• Chemotherapy-induced hyperuricemia

Zyloric 100mg Tablet works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, which converts purines into uric acid. By reducing uric acid production, this drug helps lower uric acid levels in the blood count and prevents the formation of urate crystals, which cause gout and kidney stones.

Inform your physician about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications, including capecitabine, cyclosporine, mercaptopurine, theophylline, and warfarin, may interact with Zyloric 100mg Tablet and cause undesirable side effects.

• Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children
• Store the Zyloric 100mg Tablet protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.

Take the Zyloric 100mg Tablet as advised by your physician. Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition. Only stop taking the tablet if your doctor advises you to stop.

Side Effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Common

• Skin Rash
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Drowsiness

Avoid driving and lifting heavy machinery if you feel tired or weak during this treatment. Certain activities or conditions that can trigger gout attacks, such as fasting, rapid weight loss, and stress, should also be avoided while taking Zyloric 100mg Tablet. Foods high in purines should be avoided, such as red meat, organ meats, and some seafood, which can increase uric acid levels and reduce the effectiveness of this drug. It is highly advised to avoid or limit the consumption of these foods while taking this tablet.

Drink plenty of water. Smoking leads to oxidative stress in the body, leading to increased uric acid levels. It is advised to avoid smoking or using tobacco products while undergoing treatment with this drug.

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