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Benemid and Hydroxyurea Capsules 500 mg

Determining the interaction of Benemid and Hydroxyurea Capsules 500 mg and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Benemid <> Hydroxyurea Capsules 500 mg
Relevance: 19.08.2022 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer:

Hydroxyurea may reduce the effectiveness of probenecid by increasing uric acid in the body. Let your doctor know if your condition changes or you experience gout attacks or increased gout pain. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Professional:

MONITOR: Hydroxyurea may increase serum uric acid levels and antagonize the effects of uricosuric medications.

MANAGEMENT: Monitoring for altered uricosuric efficacy is advisable and dose adjustments of the uricosuric medication may be required.

References
  • Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0
  • "Product Information. Hydrea (hydroxyurea)." Bristol-Myers Squibb, Princeton, NJ.
Benemid

Generic Name: probenecid

Brand name: Benemid

Synonyms: n.a.

Hydroxyurea Capsules 500 mg

Generic Name: hydroxyurea

Brand name: Droxia, Hydrea, Mylocel, Siklos

Synonyms: Hydroxyurea

In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.

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