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• This medicine is used to prevent gouty arthritis.
• This medicine is used to prevent gout attacks. It may take 6 weeks to see the full effect.
• This medicine is used to prevent high uric acid levels during cancer treatment.
• This medicine is used to prevent kidney problems caused by gout.
• This medicine is used to prevent side effects due to fluorouracil.
• This medicine is used to treat kidney stones.
What are the precautions when taking this medicine?
• If you have kidney disease, talk with healthcare provider.
• If you have liver disease, talk with healthcare provider.
• Check medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.
• Do not take antacids within 6 hours of this medicine.
• Avoid alcohol (includes wine, beer, and liquor).
• Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.
What are some possible side effects of this medicine?
• Skin irritation.
• Nausea or vomiting. Small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, sucking hard, sugar-free candy, or chewing sugar-free gum may help.
Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately
• If you...
