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.
Allopurinol is used for: Treating gout. It is used to treat high uric acid levels in the blood or urine caused by certain types of cancer chemotherapy. It is also used to treat certain patients with a certain type of kidney stones and high amounts of uric acid in the urine. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by lowering the body's production of uric acid.