🧾 Product Overview Table
| 🏷️ Parameter | 🔍 Details |
|---|---|
| 🧬 Active Ingredient | Allopurinol |
| 💊 Indication | Gout, hyperuricemia, kidney stones |
| 🇺🇸 US Brand Equivalent | Zyloprim |
| 🏭 Manufacturer | Cipla Limited, India |
| 📦 Packaging | Available in 10 or more tablets per strip |
| 💊 Common Strengths | 100mg, 300mg |
| 🚚 Delivery Time | 6 to 15 days (Ships globally: USA, UK, Australia) |
🧬 What is Zyrik (Allopurinol)?
Zyrik is Cipla’s brand of Allopurinol, a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used to lower uric acid levels in the blood. It is primarily prescribed for the treatment of gout, hyperuricemia, and recurrent kidney stones associated with high uric acid levels.
Zyrik helps prevent the painful flare-ups of gout by blocking uric acid production. It is not meant to treat acute gout attacks but works as a long-term preventative therapy. As a product of Cipla Limited, one of India’s most reputable pharmaceutical manufacturers, Zyrik is available globally as a cost-effective alternative to brands like Zyloprim.
This formulation is well-suited for patients needing maintenance therapy for urate-lowering treatment, especially when affordability, availability, and trust in manufacturing quality are crucial.
🎬 Video Resource: How Allopurinol Works
Learn the science behind how Allopurinol helps manage uric acid levels.
🩺 Doctor’s Commentary
Dr. Vivek Naik, Consultant Rheumatologist:
“Zyrik provides a reliable and effective method for managing chronic gout. Its affordability and tolerability make it a practical choice for patients requiring long-term urate-lowering therapy.”
💉 Dosage & Administration
| 💡 Indication | 💊 Typical Dosage | ⏱️ Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Gout Maintenance | 100–300 mg/day | Once daily |
| Hyperuricemia | Start at 100 mg/day; titrate up | Once or twice daily |
| Kidney Stones | 200–300 mg/day | Once daily |
Take after meals to reduce stomach upset. Dosage may vary based on kidney function and uric acid levels.
⚠️ Side Effects, Storage & Precautions
- ❗ Mild: Rash, stomach upset, drowsiness
- 🚨 Serious: Severe skin reactions, liver issues, bone marrow suppression (rare)
- ⚠️ Cautions: Dose adjustment in kidney impairment, hydration recommended
- ❄️ Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place below 25°C
Periodic monitoring of liver enzymes, renal function, and blood counts is advised.
🌍 Global Shipping & Availability
| 🌎 Country | 📦 Ships To | 💵 Price Estimate (10 tablets 300mg) | 📜 Prescription Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 USA | ✅ Yes | $5–$10 | Yes |
| 🇬🇧 UK | ✅ Yes | £4–£8 | Yes |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | ✅ Yes | AUD 10–15 | Yes |
Delivered via certified exporters directly from India.
🔗 Related Indian Generic Alternatives (Internal Links)
| 💊 Product Name | 🏭 Manufacturer | 🔗 Link |
|---|---|---|
| Zyloric 300mg | GlaxoSmithKline | Zyloric 300mg |
| Febutaz 40mg | Sun Pharma | Febutaz 40mg |
| Feburic 80mg | Ajanta Pharma | Feburic 80mg |
| Allopine 100mg | Intas Pharma | Allopine 100mg |
| Uloric 80mg | Takeda Pharma | Uloric 80mg |
📚 External Resources
- WHO – Gout and Uric Acid Guidelines
- NHS – Allopurinol Use and Risks
- Drugs.com – Allopurinol Overview
🩺 Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting or stopping any treatment.



