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Can febuxostat and allopurinol damage my kidneys?
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No: Not really. However, untreated gout can.
Answered 2/22/2015
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Yes: Both drugs can have adverse effects on kidney function it is important that while on either of these drugs your kidney and liver function be monitored.
Answered 2/22/2015
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