Zylocas 100mg Tablet

Composition Allopurinol (100mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 10 tablets
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Pyrazolo Pyrimidine Derivative
Action Class Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitors
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Manufacturer Casca Remedies Pvt Ltd
Manufacturer address Kuldip Nagar, Ambala Cantt-133004.

Zylocas 100mg 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 crystals that can appear around your joints and kidneys and cause pain. This medicine helps to keep uric acid levels low.

Zylocas 100mg Tablet should be taken with food. You should keep taking it as recommended by your doctor, even when you are not having a gout attack. If you stop, your symptoms may get worse because more crystals form in your joints and kidneys. You can help yourself by making some changes to your diet and drinking plenty of fluids.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine are diarrhea and increased liver enzymes. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms. Some people may get a severe allergic reaction that needs urgent medical attention. Talk to your doctor straight away if you get symptoms of liver disease, including nausea that does not stop, yellowing skin or eyes, or dark urine.

To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have or have had heart failure, heart problems, stroke, kidney or liver disease, or thyroid problems. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Check with your doctor. You will be asked for regular blood tests to check that your liver is working properly.

Treatment of Gout

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. Zylocas 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Zylocas 100mg Tablet is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid, which is the chemical that causes gout.

Q: What if you forget to take Zylocas Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Zylocas 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Take Zylocas 100mg Tablet with food to avoid stomach upset.

Drink plenty of fluids (2-3 liters) daily while on treatment with Zylocas 100mg Tablet.

Notify your doctor if you develop a rash. This could be a sign of an allergy and should go away on discontinuing Zylocas 100mg Tablet.

When you first start taking this medicine, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Zylocas 100mg Tablet even 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 the eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.

Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may cause your gout to flare up.

Q. What is the best time of the day to take Zylocas 100mg Tablet?

Zylocas 100mg Tablet can be taken at any time of the day, but it should be taken at the same time each day so that you remember to take it. It is usually prescribed once daily and should be taken after meals. If the dose exceeds 300 mg or if your stomach is upset, you can take it in divided doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Why do I still get gout while taking Zylocas 100mg Tablet?

If you have started taking Zylocas 100mg Tablet, you may experience an increase in attacks of gout (severe pain, swelling, and redness). However, these attacks usually become shorter and less severe after several months of therapy. The possible reason for increased attacks could be the gradual breakdown of uric acid crystals, causing fluctuations in uric acid levels in the blood. To prevent such painful events, your doctor may advise taking colchicine with Zylocas 100mg Tablet, as it can suppress the gouty attacks.

Q. How long does it take for Zylocas 100mg Tablet to lower uric acid levels?

It may take several months before you start feeling better or notice any significant reduction in attacks of gout (severe pain, swelling, and redness). Initially, after starting Zylocas 100mg Tablet, you may experience gouty attacks. Continue taking Zylocas 100mg Tablet even if you do not experience any considerable relief from the attacks. Do not stop taking Zylocas 100mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe you another medicine along with Zylocas 100mg Tablet to prevent the initial attacks. It may take a while for the body to completely get rid of all uric acid crystals.

Q. What if I take alcohol while taking Zylocas 100mg Tablet?

You should refrain from consuming alcohol while taking Zylocas 100mg Tablet, as this could make your condition worse. Also, you should avoid all foods that are rich sources of protein, as it will help to prevent attacks of gout. Consult your doctor for a detailed list of food items that need to be avoided. It is also recommended that you drink at least 8 glasses of water or other fluids while taking Zylocas 100mg Tablet unless your doctor has advised otherwise.

Q. Does Zylocas 100mg Tablet cause drowsiness?

Yes, Zylocas 100mg Tablet may cause drowsiness in some people. It can even make you feel giddy (dizzy), or you may have problems with coordination. It would be best to avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience these side effects. However, if it is unavoidable, then extreme caution should be exercised while performing such tasks.

In Treatment of Gout

Zylocas 100mg Tablet is used to prevent and treat gout. Gout is caused by too much uric acid in your body. When the level becomes too high, crystals may form in and around certain joints and your kidneys. This can cause sudden and severe pain, redness, warmth, and swelling. This medicine works by preventing crystals from forming and reducing the levels of uric acid in your blood. This makes it less likely that you will suffer the symptoms and make them milder if you do have them. It is usually for long-term treatment and should be taken regularly until the dose is completed.

Diarrhea

Elevated serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase

Elevated serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase

Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood

Alcohol:CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Zylocas 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zylocas 100mg 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.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zylocas 100mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving:CAUTION

Zylocas 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CAUTION

Zylocas 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zylocas 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Zylocas 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zylocas 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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