Does Allopurinol Raise PSA Levels?
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Question : Can allopurinol raise PSA levels
Brief Answer:
No evidences that prove that allopurinol may raise PSA levels.
Detailed Answer:
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There are no evidences that allopurinol would compromise the levels of PSA.
However, allopurinol is a medicine with many side effects which affects many body organs. Prostate is not mentioned to be affected. So if you do the test and it is normal, then great. But if abnormal, I would recommend doing further tests, or repeat it.
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No evidences that prove that allopurinol may raise PSA levels.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using HCM to post your question.
There are no evidences that allopurinol would compromise the levels of PSA.
However, allopurinol is a medicine with many side effects which affects many body organs. Prostate is not mentioned to be affected. So if you do the test and it is normal, then great. But if abnormal, I would recommend doing further tests, or repeat it.
Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications.
Otherwise please kindly close and rate the answer.
Regards,
Dr.Papaqako
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