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Can I eat this with Allopurinol?
Allopurinol should be taken after food to minimise stomach upset, and you need plenty of fluids to help prevent kidney stones forming.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 45 foods and drinks for Allopurinol (0 to avoid, 43 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Allopurinol with food?
- Take after food to minimise stomach upset.
- Can I drink alcohol with Allopurinol?
- Yes, with care. Alcohol increases uric acid in your blood and can trigger a gout attack.
- Can I eat rich food with Allopurinol?
- Yes, with care. Avoid if you feel sick; stick to simple meals instead.
- Can I eat spicy food with Allopurinol?
- Yes, with care. Avoid if you feel sick; stick to simple meals instead.
- Can I eat red meat with Allopurinol?
- Yes, with care. Too much may increase gout attacks; reduce your intake.
- Can I eat kidneys with Allopurinol?
- Yes, with care. Too much may increase gout attacks; reduce your intake.
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1 · What do you take?
Allopurinol should be taken after food to minimise stomach upset, and you need plenty of fluids to help prevent kidney stones forming.
Take allopurinol after food to reduce feeling sick. Drink 2 to 3 litres of fluid daily if your doctor recommends it. Alcohol can trigger gout attacks. Stick to simple meals if you feel sick, and avoid rich or spicy food.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: Take after food to minimise stomach upset.
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Take care with Allopurinol· 43
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Further reading on Allopurinol
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About allopurinol
NHS medicines information on allopurinol – what it's used for and key facts.
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Who can and cannot take allopurinol
NHS medicines information on who can take allopurinol and who may not be able to take it.
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How and when to take allopurinol
NHS medicines information on dosage for allopurinol, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
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Side effects of allopurinol
NHS medicines information on side effects of allopurinol and what you can do to cope.
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Taking allopurinol with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with allopurinol and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
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