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2021-03-05 03:17:09
Hello doctor, is it safe to take allopurinol for long term in continuation to keep uric acid in control ?
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Hello, For detailed discussion, history and necessary treatment, you can consult with me directly through practo.

Answered2021-03-18 16:20:19

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Dear Sir, Please keep Uric Acid under check - Stop medication when under control - Long term can cause Bone marrow supression. - Max 6 months you can take - Take low purine diet
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Low purine diet

Answered2021-03-05 18:02:06

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Hello No. Need to stop
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Can keep it under control by life style modification and low protein diet

Answered2021-03-05 06:28:18

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No Without doctors advice Long term is not safe

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