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Suggest The Dosage Of Allopurinol

I take 300 mg allopurinol for 12 years. During that time I have lost all tori that had hindered mobility, lost 80 pounds and now eat may 1 to 2 pounds of meat per week. Do I still need 300 mg? I have read one of side effects is hair loss and lately mine is getting pretty thin... Is there a test I should take to find if dosage needs adjustment? Never mind, I didn t know had to pay
Tue, 24 Apr 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

If you're observing side effects of the drug, please consult your treating physician whoi will examine and treat with alternate drug. Avoid non vegetarian food and alcohol.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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Suggest The Dosage Of Allopurinol

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. If you re observing side effects of the drug, please consult your treating physician whoi will examine and treat with alternate drug. Avoid non vegetarian food and alcohol. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu