Psychology Definition of NOISE: is an umbrella term used to describe a number of definitions. For example, noise, in a derogatory fashion may imply the production of sound, of music or si Sign in
Last reviewed on RxList 5/6/2015. Zyloprim (allopurinol) is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor that reduces the production of uric acid. Zyloprim is used to prevent gout attacks by reducing uric acid production; high levels of uric acid may cause gout or kidney stones. Zyloprim is available as a generic termed allopurinol.
Certain textbooks/references suggest a maximum dose of allopurinol (Xyloprim, Lopurin) in patients with renal insufficiency. Presumably, this is because of renal excretion of the metabolite, oxypurinol, and fear that overdosing of allopurinol in a patient with renal insufficiency may lead to toxic epidermal necrolysis.