Probenecid

Therapeutic Group

Anti-Gout Preparations

Indication Dosage

Treatment Of Hyperuricaemia In Gout, Gouty Arthritis: 

  • Adult: 250 Mg Twice Daily For A Week Then Increased To 500 Mg Twice Daily; Max 2 Gm Daily In Divided Doses.

Content

  • Tab 500mg: Probenecid 500mg

Pregnancy

Contraindicated

Stability

  • Anti-gout

Contra Indications

  • Renal Uric Acid Calculi, Blood Dyscrasias

Precautions

  • Renal Uric Acid Calculi, Blood Dyscrasias

Lactation

  • Contraindicated

Side Effects

  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Gi Disturbances
  • Headache
  • Oedema
  • Rash
  • Renal Failure
  • Appetite Change
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Dyspnea
  • Ecg Abnormalities
  • Flushing
  • Haematuria
  • Hemiparesis
  • Increased Urinary Frequency
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Myalgia
  • Nephrolithiasis
  • Palpitation
  • Proteinuria
  • Taste Disturbances
  • Weight Change

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