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<h3>Overview</h3>
<p><strong>Allopurinol</strong> is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used to manage hyperuricemia. Synthesized via cyanamide and 1,2-dimethylhydrazine, its molecular formula is C5H4N4O with CAS <strong>315-30-0</strong>.</p>
<h3>Application</h3>
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<li>Treatment of gout and chronic urate nephropathy.</li>
<li>Prevention of tumor lysis syndrome during chemotherapy.</li>
<li>Management of recurrent calcium oxalate kidney stones.</li>
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<h3>Precautions</h3>
<p>Contraindicated in acute gout attacks; requires dose adjustment for renal impairment. Store in cool, dry conditions below 25°C away from light.</p>