Ukoric 250 Capsule

Ukoric 250 Capsule belongs to a class of medication called 'enzyme inhibitor', primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. It is used to treat Gout (increased uric acid leading to inflammation), kidney stones, bladder stones. Gout is a type of inflammatory reaction (allergic reaction) to uric acid crystals that form and accumulate inside joints, especially  big toe, due to high uric acid levels in the blood resulting in immense pain in joints. 

Ukoric 250 Capsule contains allopurinol, which works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for the formation of uric acid. It stops uric acid formation inside the body without affecting the essential mechanism of cells and the body. 

Take Ukoric 250 Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Ukoric 250 Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of Ukoric 250 Capsule are upset stomach, diarrhoea, skin rash, drowsiness. Most of these side effects of Ukoric 250 Capsule are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

Do not take Ukoric 250 Capsule if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Ukoric 250 Capsule contains monohydrated lactose, if you are intolerant to some sugars, call your doctor before taking this drug. If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, are breast-feeding ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine. Drink at least 2-3 litres of water so that you stay hydrated. For people who have kidney disease or renal dysfunction, dose adjustment is required. If you lose unexplained weight, please visit your doctor immediately.

Ukoric 250 Capsule contains an 'enzyme inhibitor', medication, primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. In addition to this, it is sometimes also used to treat pain caused by pancreas disease, seizures, and improve survival after bypass surgery. It also prevents the rejection of a kidney transplant. Ukoric 250 Capsule contains allopurinol, an enzyme inhibitor primarily used to decrease blood uric acid levels in the body. It works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for the formation of uric acid. It stops uric acid formation inside the body without affecting the essential mechanism of cells and the body.

• Upset stomach
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Skin rash
• Drowsiness
• Feeling or being sick

Do not take Ukoric 250 Capsule if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. Ukoric 250 Capsule contains monohydrated lactose; if your doctor mentioned that you are intolerant to some sugars, call your doctor before taking this drug. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine, you have heart problems or high blood pressure and you take diuretics and/or a medicine called ACE-inhibitors, you have thyroid problems. In rare cases, Ukoric 250 Capsule can cause bone marrow depression, especially in patients who are already taking that can cause bone marrow depression. For people who have kidney disease or renal dysfunction, dose adjustment is required. If you lose unexplained weight, please visit your doctor immediately. Ukoric 250 Capsule can cause drowsiness so do not operate machinery or car as it can impair judgment.

• Purines are found in certain foods such as alcohol, fish, meat, bacon. People with gout should restrict or avoid them greatly.

• Losing weight helps lower the levels of uric acid.

• It is also beneficial to drink plenty of fluids. However, the restricted use of alcohol and tobacco is recommended, raising the levels of uric acid.

• Maintain a diet that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products.