Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S

Description

About

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is prescribed to patients suffering from severe Gout caused by increased levels of uric acid in the body.Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S belongs to a group of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors and mainly works by blocking the natural chemical enzyme that causes the breakdown or uric acid.Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is prescribed only when other drugs used for treatment of Gout have proved unsuccessful.

A tablet a day,to be taken orally (by mouth) is the commonly prescribed dosage.Dosage essentially depends on the patient’s response to Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S and any adverse effects felt by the patient while undergoing treatment.Dosage is not to be increased or decreased without the consent of a physician and Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is to be taken for the recommended time period only.

The patient ought to discuss with their physician before ceasing intake of the medicine even if the patient is no longer suffering from common symptoms of gout.Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to children aged 18 years and younger as well as to breastfeeding women.Before starting treatment with Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S,heart and liver function tests are usually done.

Side effects such as,joint pain,nausea,fatigue and skin rash may be commonly felt by patients;these effects tend to be temporary and resolve on their own in a few days’ time.Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is not recommended to patients suffering from severe liver,kidney and heart illnesses.Over the counter painkillers (eg.ibuprofen) are often prescribed along with Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S.

Indications

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S can be used to treat:

• Gout 

How Does Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S Work

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor,essentially these drugs work by blocking the action of enzyme xanthine oxidase,an enzyme that breaks down purines into uric acid.Purines are found in various food items.

How To Use Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is to be ingested orally either with or without food once daily.Preferably at the same time each day;patients are advised to set a daily alarm as a reminder to ingest Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S daily without missing a dose and at the same time each day.Patients are asked to intake at least 2 liters of water daily while undergoing treatment with Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S.

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is only prescribed in serious gout conditions where drugs such as allopurinol have been unsuccessful in bringing down uric acid levels.Over the counter painkillers (such as NSAIDs, eg Ibuprofen) are commonly prescribed alongside Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S as patients might experience gout flare ups for a few months or more while undergoing treatment with Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

A tablet a day is most commonly prescribed to patients aged 18 years and above.Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S can be prescribed twice daily as well if need be in certain cases;the two doses are to be evenly spaced out throughout the day.

Child Dosage

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is not recommended to patients under the age of 18 years.

Elderly Dosage 

Patients aged 65 years and older and mostly started off at a lower dosage due to reduced kidney and liver function.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

There isn’t enough evidence to suggest that Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is safe to be prescribed to expectant mothers,therefore,if you are pregnant or planning to start a family while undergoing treatment with Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S,it’s best to consult a physician before ingesting any drug.Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S may pass to the infant via breastmilk and is therefore not recommended for breastfeeding mothers.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S:

• Allergy to Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S or any other medicine or food substance 
• Moderate to severe liver impairment/disease
• Moderate to severe heart impairment/disease
• Hyperuricemia due to cancer 
• Hyperuricemia due to Lesch-Nyhan syndrome
• Moderate to severe kidney impairment/disease
• Patients aged 18 years or younger 

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S:

• Mild to moderate liver impairment/disease
• Mild to moderate heart impairment/disease
• Skin sensitivity to drugs (especially allopurinol)
• Mild to moderate kidney impairment/disease

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S:

• Herbal medications 
• Vitamins 
• Azathioprine 
• Mercaptopurine 
• Theophylline 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S has certain side effects which include:

• Nausea 
• Joint pain 
• Gout flare-ups 
• Skin rash 
• Fatigue 

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Unexplained weightloss
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Numbness in one side of the body

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Fatigue- Patients experiencing this adverse effect, are advised to take deep breaths,intake tea or coffee,get a good night’s rest and not to overburden themselves for a few days.
• Nausea-Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water. 
• Skin Rash- can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream.Apply a cold compress to the rash helps reduce itchiness and redness caused by rash.An antihistamine (prescribed by a doctor) is also recommended as an effective way to combat any skin rash.

Key Facts About Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S

• Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is prescribed for treatment of severe gout 
• Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is not recommended for children under the age of 18 years 
• Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S may cause a gout flare up in the beginning of the treatment
• Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is not safe to be ingested by breastfeeding women
• Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is commonly accompanied by painkillers at the start of the treatment

FAQs

#1.HOW TO STORE Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S?

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital straight away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#3.WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#4.HOW IS Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is to be ingested orally either with or without food once daily.Preferably at the same time each day;patients are advised to set a daily alarm as a reminder to ingest Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S daily without missing a dose and at the same time each day.Patients are asked to intake at least 2 liters of water daily while undergoing treatment with Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S.

#5.HOW DOES Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S WORK?

Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor,essentially these drugs work by blocking the action of enzyme xanthine oxidase,an enzyme that breaks down purines into uric acid.Purines are found in various food items.

#6.WILL Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

#7.CAN I TAKE Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy.

#8.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S?

• Nausea 
• Joint pain 
• Gout flare-ups 
• Skin rash 
• Fatigue 

#9.WILL Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

#10.WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE TREATMENT WITH Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S AND HOW OFTEN?

Liver function tests are prescribed prior to the commencement of treatment and uric acid levels are monitored periodically (especially after 2 weeks of undergoing treatment) during the course of treatment.

#11.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE PAINKILLERS WHILE TAKING Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S?

Yes.Over the counter painkillers such as paracetamol are safe to be ingested along with Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S under the supervision of a doctor.

#12.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?

Yes.There is no evidence to suggest that Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S interacts with oral contraceptives.

#13.WHY MUST I PROTECT MY SKIN FROM THE SUN WHILE TAKING Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S?

Treatment with Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S may lead to the skin becoming sensitive to sun damage and it is therefore recommended to patients to wear sunscreen at all times,along with hats and gloves whenever possible to protect themselves from sun damage.

#14.DOES Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S CAUSE ADDICTION?

No.This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.

#15.WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S?

It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day,an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S at the proper time and at least an hour before having any meal.If patient misses a dose of Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S,they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then its beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and take the tablets as per schedule,doubling of doses has proven to cause severe side effects.

#16.IS Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S SAFE TO GIVE TO ELDERLY PATIENTS?

Yes.This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 18 years of age.For eldery patients the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased kidney function,Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S may not be effectively removed from the body and so,in such cases the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Rid-Uric 80mg Tablet 20 ‘S.

#17.CAN LIFESTYLE CHANGES HELP ME WITH MY CONDITION?

Yes.You can adopt certain healthy lifestyle changes in order to help with gout.These include quitting smoking, avoiding alcohol,eating a wholesome diet consisting of fresh vegetables and fruits with the cut down of salt, and incorporating physical activity in your daily routine.