Brand Names:
Zyloprim, Alloprin, Adenock, Allohexal, Alloril


Drug Type: Antigout

Allopurinol

Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase enzyme inhibitor that is often prescribed for treating renal disease, especially avian gout (acute attacks, tophi, joint destruction, and/or nephropathy). Allopurinol decreases the production of uric acid by stopping the biochemical reactions that precede its formation.

Caution: Allopurinol can become nephrotoxic to poultry who become dehydrated while taking this medication. Make sure they have constant access to a source of fresh water.

Disclaimer: Use at your own risk. We assume no responsibility for the use of the drug, dosages given and for any misstatement, error, negligent, or otherwise.
  • 10-30 mg/kg PO q12h (J Mayer 2016; T Settle 2012)
available in 100mg or 300mg tablets.
  • Dehydration
  • Aspirin: The therapeutic efficacy of Allopurinol can be decreased when used in combination with Aspirin.
  • Amikacin: Amikacin may decrease the excretion rate of Allopurinol which could result in a higher serum level.
  • Amoxicillin: The risk of a hypersensitivity reaction to Amoxicillin is increased when it is combined with Allopurinol.
  • Ampicillin: The risk of a hypersensitivity reaction to Ampicillin is increased when it is combined with Allopurinol.