Uloric Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • a skin rash
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • joint pain
  • nausea
  • INFREQUENT side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • acute inflammation of the joints due to gout attack
  • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • dizziness
  • headache
  • diarrhea
  • intense abdominal pain
  • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • low amount of potassium in the blood
  • a type of blood disorder with a decrease in all types of blood cells called pancytopenia
  • decreased function of bone marrow
  • anemia
  • large purple or brown skin blotches
  • low platelet count and bleeding from immune response
  • decreased blood platelets
  • very low levels of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell
  • low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils
  • increased eosinophils in the blood
  • high levels of white blood cells
  • mental problems from taking the drug
  • Guillain-Barre syndrome
  • clouding of the lens of the eye called cataracts
  • hearing loss
  • high blood pressure
  • a heart attack
  • angina, a type of chest pain
  • abnormal heart electrical signals
  • atrial fibrillation
  • atrial flutter
  • slow heartbeat
  • abnormal heart rhythm
  • chronic heart failure
  • a stroke
  • obstruction of a blood vessel by a blood clot
  • low blood pressure
  • inflammation of the large intestine
  • inflammation of the lining of the stomach and intestines
  • blood coming from anus
  • liver failure
  • inflammation of the liver called hepatitis
  • gallstones
  • a type of kidney inflammation called interstitial nephritis
  • kidney failure
  • kidney stones
  • bloody urine
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • hives
  • a condition with muscle tissue breakdown called rhabdomyolysis
  • myelodysplastic syndrome, a bone marrow disorder
  • high amount of bilirubin in the blood
  • nosebleed
  • bloody vomit
  • an enlarged liver
  • an enlarged spleen
  • a significant type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis
  • a type of allergic reaction called angioedema
  • a hypersensitivity reaction to a drug
  • a feeling of pins and needles on skin
  • a yellowing of the eyes or skin from buildup of bilirubin called jaundice
  • pancreatitis
  • worsening of chronic heart failure
  • a type of significant allergic skin reaction called DRESS syndrome
  • fast heartbeat
  • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • high amount of triglyceride in the blood
  • dehydration
  • mood changes
  • altered interest in having sexual intercourse
  • aggressive behavior
  • blurred vision
  • ringing in the ears
  • gum pain
  • dry mouth
  • stomatitis, a condition with painful swelling and sores inside the mouth
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • an ulcer from too much stomach acid
  • a type of stomach irritation called gastritis
  • indigestion
  • constipation
  • the inability to have an erection
  • enlarged breasts
  • breast pain
  • increased sensitivity of the skin to the sun
  • abnormal peeling of skin
  • erythema or redness of skin or mucous membrane
  • itching
  • hair loss
  • hair discoloration
  • skin discoloration
  • muscle pain
  • sensation of spinning or whirling
  • low energy
  • flu-like symptoms
  • body odor
  • muscle tremors
  • abnormal manner of walking
  • visible water retention
  • temporary redness of face and neck
  • small reddish-purplish pin-point sized spots on skin
  • changes in appetite
  • heart throbbing or pounding
  • vomiting
  • gas
  • a condition where the urge to urinate results in urine leakage
  • abdominal bloating
  • generalized weakness
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