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 in a group of medications called xanthine oxidase inhibitors. Allopurinol is used to prevent the buildup of uric acid crystals that lead to painful gout and kidney stones. Allopurinol works by inhibiting the enzyme that converts hypoxanthine to xanthine and xanthine to uric acid.