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Any Suggestion For Red Marks When On Medication For Kidney Stones?
I am taking 200 Mg of Allopurionol for kidney stones and gout... for around 2 years now.
Recently my skin is becoming more and more agitated to the meds I believe...
It is burning systi type red marks resembling hives and becomes much more uncomfortable after being in shower pools or after sweating from working out
Is is time to stop the meds?
Recently my skin is becoming more and more agitated to the meds I believe...
It is burning systi type red marks resembling hives and becomes much more uncomfortable after being in shower pools or after sweating from working out
Is is time to stop the meds?
Fri, 14 Feb 2014
Hi,
Skin rash is a frequent side effect of allopurinol. You have to stop taking allopurinol. There are newer drugs for kidney stones and gout which will not cause this problem. A suitable alternative will be febuxostat. Since this is a prescription drug, you need to consult your physician before starting this drug.
Please let me know if you need any further clarification.
Wish you good health,
Dr. Raguram.
Skin rash is a frequent side effect of allopurinol. You have to stop taking allopurinol. There are newer drugs for kidney stones and gout which will not cause this problem. A suitable alternative will be febuxostat. Since this is a prescription drug, you need to consult your physician before starting this drug.
Please let me know if you need any further clarification.
Wish you good health,
Dr. Raguram.
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