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Rapid weight gain while on allopurinol 35 REPLIES
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I started on allopurinol 100 mg tab in oct since then have gained 25lbs. Anyone else have this happen? ## Hello, LaceyLu! How are you? I'm very sorry about the problem that you're having. According to the FDA, Allopurinol is used to treat excess uric acid and it has been reported to cause rapid weight gain in a small percentage of people that take it. Other side effects may possibly include sore throat, nausea, dizziness, bruising and joint stiffness. Have you spoken to your doctor? It might not be the right medication for you to take. ## I am on 200 mg a day, I didn't notice until I saw your post, but I have gained 50# in 2 years. I thought I was overeating but I actually eat weather and don't hardly ever eat junk or fast food. I will definitely be bringing this up with...

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3/8' diameter Round white pill with M 71 ## The pill in description is Allopurinol (300 mg). Allopurinol is a drug used primarily to treat hyperuricemia (excess uric acid in blood plasma) and its complications, including chronic gout. You can view a detailed description of the drug, by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## I have been using peach collored allopurinol and recently reordered and received smalled white tablets. What is the difference? ## Hi Bob, This is a common situation where you receive a different looking pill than what you've been used to getting. My assumption is that the newer pills you received are manufactured or distributed by another company. The Manufacturer of t...

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Years ago I was on Allupurinol, for excess uric acid., Then my ankles and feet starting to swell, and I went to the foot doctor, who put bandages around my legs. but it did not help. He ,then , send me to a Therapist, for massages and a few pedaling excersices..... but one of the therapist, told me, that if I was on Alluporinol, some people experience the same swelling. So, of my own, I stop Allupinol, and my swelling and soreness, disappear. Now I have had tophis, from the uric acid... and a rheumatogist put me again on Allopurinol, and it has been 3 months, and today, the same happens, my feet are sore, when I walk,and very swollen.... So I will stop again this medication, and will tell my rheumatologist, all about it. Dont know what he is going to use now.....? If you have heard simi...

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Can taking Allopurinol cause a diabetic to develop kidney problems? ## My father had a quadruple by-pass and kidney failure, should he continue taking allopurinol along with these medications: coumadin, lipitor, lisinopil, metrplolol and pholso? ## Allopurinol has been known to cause kidney failure as a side effect, along with nausea, dizziness, headache, kidney insufficiency, and confusion, according to FDA reports. Ref: Medline Plus Allopurinol However, diabetes and many other medications can also cause kidney problems, so there is really no way to say for sure what has caused kidney issues. What was the doctor's opinion? Carolyn, have those all been prescribed for him by his doctor? He should take what they have prescribed, and not make any changes, without their approval.

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Round small pill with the imprint M | 31 (with a score line down the middle separating the M and 31) ## What is it and what is it prescribed for? White pill, round split down the middle with M31 on it. ## Hello, I was looking at the NIH pill database and this is the information I found regarding a white pill imprinted with M;31. NDC 0378-0137 IMPRINT M;31 NAME Allopurinol INGREDIENTS Allopurinol 100 mg; LABEL AUTHOR Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. COLOR White SIZE 10mm SHAPE Round SCORE 2 INACTIVE INGREDIENTS - Silicon Dioxide - Magnesium Stearate - Cellulose, Microcrystalline - Starch, Corn - Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - Sodium Starch Glycolate Type A Potato I hope this information was useful. Let me know if you have any other questions regarding this medication. ## Yes - what's it used for?...

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WHITE PILL ## This is 100mg Allopurinal, or brand name Alloprim. It is used to treat prevention of gout and/or kidney stones. It reduces the level of uric acid in your body. Side effects include, wheezing, rash, headache, dizziness, among others. ## The identification provided is correct. NDC: 00603-2115 Here's an image of that Allopurinol tablet to confirm: Inactive ingredients may include: Silicon Dioxide Lactose Monohydrate Magnesium Stearate Cellulose, Microcrystalline Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato Is there anything I can help with?

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Found this pill in my nephews pocket but cant find it any where online. It. Is a white capsule with "N020" on it and nothing else and it it is not the anti-diarrhea pill ## Allopurinol made by NorthStar Rx bears the same color & imprint "N020", except that their pill is round and not a capsule. However, drug manufacturers have been known to make alterations to their products without any prior notice to the public/patients. For this reason alone, I think it would still be a good idea to contact NorthStar Rx directly, just to ensure that you've covered all angles. NOTE: Allopurinol is used to treat gout and kidney stones. Have you spoke with your nephew yet to help shed any light on the subject? Whether he's telling the truth or not, at least we'd have some...

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Can someone enlighten me, please? I take the following medicines: Eltroxin, Cardicor, Zartan, Amloc, Puresis, Allopurinol, Plenish K, Ultimag, Estro-pause, Adco-Dol (for migraines. Allergic to everything else, also those supposed to be preventative.) My concern is the Allopurinol. I have read somewhere that it may cause sudden death. Because of the Puresis I have no alternative, as nothing I do dietwise, do anything to bring down the uric acid count. Please advise me, as I am with my back to the wall. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Also information concerning the negatives of proton pump inhibitors. Thank you ever so much. ## I’m 74 years old and had gout cause by excess Utica acid for 10 years until I read on the internet the “CHERRY REPORT “. I now take...

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Is Allopurinol mfg by qualitest gluten free? ## Hi edb, From what I could gather, Allopurinol from Qualitest contains the following inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose and sodium starch glycolate. Unfortunately, "sodium starch glycolate" is heavily regarded as a questionable substance for those with a gluten intolerance; since it is derived from starch. So I personally wouldn't recommend taking it without your doctor's prior consensus. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Allopurinol Details I hope this helps! ## I got a new script of Allopurinol 300mg by Accord and need to know if it's gluten free? I have been taking another manufacturer's version for years and had no ...

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I've been on Allopurinol 300mg once a day since early 90's, with no side effects at all. I have not had a kidney stone since I've been on the Medication. Two weeks ago I refilled my prescription and the medication that I usually get is from Ingenus. Much too my surprise I got Accord instead, from my Walgreens Pharmacy and after a few days I noticed that I was getting constipated. Ingenus has discontinued Allopurinol. I know that side effects from Allopurinol never mention constipation and I was wondring if the cause could be the fillers and binding agents. Have anybody run into constipation with Allopurinol? What manufacturer would be a better alternative to Accord for thiis drug. Any help would be greatly appreciated. ## Sorry to hear about your situation. According to NIH,...

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Iam 35 yers old man ,I am continue work in night shift .I check every month for my uric acid level (blood checking) but some times my uric acid level is very high now my uric acid is 530 . the lab techanician said you level is very high. before doctor priscribe for me the loric-100(allopurinol tablet) now I ate 3 time after food if this medicne have any side effect or any other problems how many tablets can I ate per day. how long can I eate this medicine,what type of food cann;t eat (meat and veg). I hope your good replay , Thank you jithu ## Get on cholchine its a miracle drug side affects after u take pills is sitting on toilet but pain is gone in couple hours ## Allopurinol is used to help treat excess uric acid. The most common side effects associated with it are: nausea and diarrh...

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round white pill with A329 printed on one side and some funny looking symbol printed on the other side. It's supposed to be Allopurinol 100mg but pharmacy closed till Monday so I can't phone and check till then. ## The pills were arefill order from my pharmacy, the refill was suppose to be vitamin D 3 400uiv softgels F/N and that's what it says on the bottle but the pills are small white round pills

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I received a pain pill with I on the top and 135 on the bottom. I don't know what it actually is, but it made my skin very tingly and itchy. ## Hi Niki, What sort of shape is this pill you're describing? I located a white capsule-shaped pill marked with "I" and "135" on either side of a score line on one side and plain on other side, that's reportedly identified as Allopurinol 100 mg. This medication is marketed for use in treating gout and kidney stones. Manufacturer: Ingenus Pharmaceuticals LLC NDC: 50742-0135 Size: 8mm Inactive Ingredients -Lactose monohydrate -Starch, corn -Povidone k3 0 -Magnesium stearate Could it be one of the inactive ingredients making your skin itchy? I hope this helps!

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round white pill with AX on one side and a line on the other ## I would like to know the same thing does AYONE have an idea??????? ## I'm being told it's clenbuterol. ## The only match I can find for this is manufactured by Accord Healthcare, and they list it as containing 300mgs of Allopurinol, which is most commonly used to treat gout. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, diarrhea, and drowsiness. NDC code: 16729-0135 Is there anything else I can help with?

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may be allopurinol ## can I split Allopurinol AL3 tablet ? ## Yes, Dr. Reddy's Laboratories list this tablet containing 300mgs of Allopurinol, which is most commonly used to treat gout. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, flatulence. and diarrhea. Are you on any other medications? Robert, it is not a time released medication, so it can split, if your doctor approves.

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ROUND ORANGE PILL SCORED WITH MP ON TOP AND 80 ON BOTTOM ## WHAT IS IT? ## Sun Pharmaceuticals lists this tablet as containing 300mgs of Allopurinol, which is most commonly used to treat, or prevent gout. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, and hypotension. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Apo1100 white round pill uW ## From what I can find, this is listed as containing 100mgs of Allopurinol, which is most commonly used to treat high levels of uric acid...IE: gout! Learn more Allopurinol details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I was dosed with a white pill with apo a square and a 110 on it anybody know what this is

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After 6 mos on 300 mg allopurinol, headaches still occur, sometimes migraines, acid reflux has gotten worse and worse, never was a problem before. Was put on tecta for that, am allergic to it, only on one week caused hives, itching, dizziness sometimes with spinning vertigo, so no more of that one. I am wondering if anyone with these problems had them lessen when changing to uloric. It is supposed to have fewer side effects. ## There is also a risk of it causing side effects, which the NIH lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, GERD, dry mouth, and changes in urination. That is just the nature of adding a chemical to the body to try to correct a problem. Have you started taking it, yet? If so, has there been any change? Are you on any other medications?

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The RX changed my allopurinol 300 white AX pill to allopurinol 300 orange N021 pills. It seems like a different effect to me. How do the pills differ upon pulling up ingredients? ## In what ways does it seem to be different? Can you post back and be more specific? Thank you! The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach pain. Has there been any change? Are you on any other medications?

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My local dispensers tell me 100 mg tablets are no longer available from any manufacturer, even though the 300 mg tablets are still available. Does anyone know anything about this? ## My husband just had bunion surgery this morning and the doctor informed us he also found gout when the toe was opened however, you say your local dispensers tell you that 100 mg tables are not longer available but I had to pick up a RX for him when he left the hospital and it was for Allopurinol 100mg. We got it filled at a wal-greens pharmacy ## AS of November 6, 2014, Express-Scripts does not have ANY Allopurinol 300 mg OR 100 mg. The E-S druggist told me that they haven't had any 300 mg since January 2014. The customer service at E-S told me to get it at a local pharmacy and then deleted my prescript...

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