Mechanism of Action of Probenecid
Introduction Probenecid is a uricosuric drug used primarily in the treatment of chronic gout and hyperuricemia. It lowers serum uric acid levels by increasing renal excretion of uric acid. Probenecid also affects renal tubular transport of various drugs, including penicillins, by inhibiting organic anion transporters in the kidney. Mechanism of Action (Step-wise) A key exam … Read more