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Probenecid

Probenecid is a uricosuric medicine used for selected gout and high-urate conditions. Listed uses include Hyperuricaemia.

Benemid

Gout, Hyperuricaemia

500mg

Probenecid 500mg tablets, used in the management of gout and hyperuricaemia. A uricosuric that blocks urate reabsorption so more leaves in the urine.

From$0.76/ tabletView

Key points

  • It lowers urate over time and does not relieve an acute gout attack.
  • Kidney stones, kidney function and hydration affect suitability.
  • Severe flank pain, blood in urine or a serious rash needs urgent care.

Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.

Important safety checks

Kidney disease or stones, ulcers, blood disorders and interactions with antibiotics or methotrexate require review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for severe flank pain, blood in urine, very little urine, facial swelling or a blistering rash.

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