Probenecid: how to take it safely
Benemid
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Prevents gout attacks by helping the body get rid of uric acid.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water.
- Drink plenty of fluids, at least 2 litres a day.
When to take it
Take it twice a day, with food.
Take it with
With food.
What to avoid
- Starting it during a gout attack.
- Aspirin.
- Not drinking enough fluids.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney stones or kidney problems.
Possible side effects
Nausea, headache, loss of appetite, gout flares at first.
Get help if
Severe back pain, blood in the urine, rash or swelling of the face: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.