What is Lesinurad used for?

Lesinurad is used to treat gout and hyperuricemia, which is a condition involving high levels of uric acid in the blood.

Is Lesinurad taken by mouth?

Yes, Lesinurad is an oral medication.

Does Lesinurad have a black box warning?

Yes, Lesinurad has a Black Box Warning.

What type of molecule is Lesinurad?

Lesinurad is classified as a small molecule.

When was Lesinurad first approved?

Lesinurad was first approved in 2015.

lesinurad | CAS 878672-00-5 | FGQFOYHRJSUHMR

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Uric acid reducer

Lesinurad is a small molecule medication used to treat conditions related to high uric acid levels, such as gout and hyperuricemia. It works by inhibiting the Solute carrier family 22 member 12 protein.

How it worksLesinurad works by blocking a specific protein (Solute carrier family 22 member 12) to help manage uric acid levels.

Used for

GoutHyperuricemia

Conditions

GoutHyperuricemia

Class

Small moleculeUric acid reducerMetabolic

How to take

FormsOral

RoutesOral

Lesinurad is an oral medication.

Key warnings

This drug carries a Black Box Warning.

Side effects

Serious

·Black Box Warning

Talk to your doctor

Questions to ask

·Does Lesinurad have serious side effects?
·How will Lesinurad affect my uric acid levels?
·Is Lesinurad safe for my specific condition?

Educational summary derived from FDA labeling, AI-assisted. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional. Updated 2026-04-25.

How to take

Key warnings

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