Why was Zurampic (lesinurad) discontinued?

The makers of Zurampic (lesinurad) [discontinued](https://professionals.optumrx.com/content/dam/optum3/professional-optumrx/news/rxnews/drug-recalls-shortages/drugwithdrawal_duzallo_2019-0417.pdf) the medication in 2019 for financial (business) reasons. It wasn't discontinued for safety reasons or because it didn't work well.

Zurampic

lesinurad

Used for Gout

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Zurampic (lesinurad) is used to treat gout along with other antigout medications, like allopurinol (Zyloprim) or febuxostat (Uloric). Zurampic (lesinurad) is no longer available in the United States because it's been discontinued.

Reviewed by:

Allison Gourley, PharmD

Cydnee Ng, PharmD

Last reviewed on November 17, 2021

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What is Zurampic (lesinurad)?

Drug facts

Common BrandsZurampic(brand no longer available)

Drug ClassAntigout agent

Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication

Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available

AvailabilityDiscontinued

Common questions about Zurampic (lesinurad)

Zurampic (lesinurad) is an antigout medication. Gout attacks happen because of a buildup of uric acid crystals in the body. The medication works by preventing your kidneys from reabsorbing uric acid. This helps your body get rid of uric acid through your urine. Lower uric acid levels in the body helps lessen gout attacks.

No, Zurampic (lesinurad) is no longer available in the United States.

The makers of Zurampic (lesinurad) discontinued the medication in 2019 for financial (business) reasons. It wasn't discontinued for safety reasons or because it didn't work well.