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Dorinol 300mg Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 strip

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Dorinol 300mg Tablet is a product of Docture Pharmaceuticals

Composition: Allopurinol (300mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 59.06

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All Details About Dorinol 300mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Dorinol 300mg Tablet

Description:

Dorinol 300mg 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.

Dorinol 300mg 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. Communicate 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.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

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. Dorinol 300mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Dorinol

  • Diarrhea
  • High serum glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase
  • High serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase
  • Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dorinol 300mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dorinol 300mg 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
Dorinol 300mg 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
Dorinol 300mg Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Dorinol 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dorinol 300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Dorinol 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dorinol 300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

What is the best time of the day to take Dorinol 300mg Tablet?

Dorinol 300mg 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.

Why do I still get gout while taking Dorinol 300mg Tablet?

If you have started taking Dorinol 300mg 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 Dorinol 300mg Tablet, as it can suppress the gouty attacks.

How long does it take for Dorinol 300mg 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 Dorinol 300mg Tablet, you may experience gouty attacks. Continue taking Dorinol 300mg Tablet even if you do not experience any considerable relief from the attacks. Do not stop taking Dorinol 300mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe you another medicine along with Dorinol 300mg Tablet to prevent the initial attacks. It may take a while for the body to completely get rid of all uric acid crystals.

What if I take alcohol while taking Dorinol 300mg Tablet?

You should refrain from consuming alcohol while taking Dorinol 300mg 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 Dorinol 300mg Tablet unless your doctor has advised otherwise.

Does Dorinol 300mg Tablet cause drowsiness?

Affirmative, Dorinol 300mg 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.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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