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- $Title{sulfinpyrazone}
- $Subject{Anturane Ciba Antigout antiplatelet sulfinpyrazone gout uric acid
- kidneys heart attacks blood clots}
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- Copyright (C) 1993 Publications International, Ltd.
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- sulfinpyrazone
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- BRAND NAMES (Manufacturers)
-
- Anturane (Ciba)
- sulfinpyrazone (various manufacturers)
-
- TYPE OF DRUG
-
- Antigout and antiplatelet
-
- INGREDIENT
-
- sulfinpyrazone
-
- DOSAGE FORMS
-
- Tablets (100 mg)
- Capsules (200 mg)
-
- STORAGE
-
- Sulfinpyrazone tablets and capsules should be stored at room temperature
- in tightly closed containers.
-
- USES
-
- Sulfinpyrazone is used to treat gout. It acts by increasing the
- elimination of uric acid (the chemical responsible for gout) through the
- kidneys. This medication is also used to prevent further heart attacks in
- patients who have had a recent attack by preventing the formation of certain
- types of blood clots.
-
- TREATMENT
-
- In order to prevent stomach irritation, you should take sulfinpyrazone
- with food, milk, or antacids (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
- Sulfinpyrazone does not cure gout, but it will help to control blood
- levels of uric acid as long as you continue to take the medication.
- If you miss a dose of this medication, take the missed dose as soon as
- possible, unless it is almost time for your next dose. In that case, do not
- take the missed dose at all; just return to your regular dosing schedule. Do
- not double the next dose.
-
- SIDE EFFECTS
-
- Minor.
-
- Nausea, stomach upset, or vomiting. These side effects should disappear
- as you adjust to the medication.
-
- Major.
-
- Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or
- particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about
- back pain; bloody or black, tarry stools; convulsions; diarrhea; difficult or
- painful urination; fever; sore throat; skin rash; or unusual bleeding or
- bruising.
-
- INTERACTIONS
-
- Sulfinpyrazone interacts with other types of medications:
- 1. Aspirin can increase uric acid levels, thereby decreasing the
- therapeutic effects of sulfinpyrazone.
- 2. Sulfinpyrazone can increase the side effects of sulfonamide
- antibiotics, oral antidiabetic medications, oral anticoagulants (blood
- thinners, such as warfarin), and nitrofurantoin.
- 3. Alcohol, pyrazinamide, and diuretics (water pills) can increase the
- blood levels of uric acid, thereby decreasing the effectiveness of
- sulfinpyrazone.
- Before starting to take this medication, BE SURE TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR
- about any medications you are currently taking, especially any of those listed
- above.
-
- WARNINGS
-
- * Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you have had to
- any medications, especially to sulfinpyrazone, oxyphenbutazone, or
- phenylbutazone.
- * Before starting to take this drug, tell your doctor if you have ever
- had blood disorders, kidney disease, peptic ulcers, or stomach or intestinal
- inflammation.
- * Before taking any over-the-counter (nonprescription) medication, check
- the label to see if it contains aspirin. Aspirin can decrease the
- effectiveness of sulfinpyrazone.
- * Sulfinpyrazone is not an analgesic (pain reliever) and does not relieve
- an acute gout attack. It is used to prevent future gout attacks.
- * In order to prevent the formation of kidney stones, try to drink at
- least eight to 12 glasses of water or fruit juice each day while taking this
- medication (unless your doctor directs you to do otherwise).
- * Before having surgery or other medical or dental treatment, tell your
- doctor or dentist you are taking this drug. Treatment with sulfinpyrazone is
- usually discontinued several days prior to surgery, to prevent bleeding
- complications.
- * Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Extensive studies in humans have
- not been conducted. Also, tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding an
- infant.
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- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
- the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
- doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
- problem.
-