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Probenecid is used to prevent gout, and sometimes for other conditions.
Take probenecid regularly as directed. Take with food and a glass of water.
If it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the usual time. Otherwise, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not take two doses at the same time.
Some medicines available without a prescription may react with probenecid including:
Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products or recreational drugs.
Side Effects | Recommended action |
---|---|
Symptoms of allergy including: skin rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing Trouble peeing, pain when peeing |
Tell your doctor immediately |
Headache, dizziness Gout attack Flushing, loss of appetite Hair loss or thinning |
Tell your doctor if troublesome |
Stomach upset |
Take with food |
If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.
This leaflet contains important, but not all, information about this medicine.
Prepared by the PILs Committee at Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, New Zealand. December 2018
For more general information about this sheet annd its contents, see: What does a My Medicines sheet cover?
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My Medicines is developed by a team at the Canterbury District Health Board. Our team is made up of doctors, pharmacists, and a non-medical person to help us keep to plain language. We also discuss our information with specialist health professionals or groups when needed