The research and development prospects of Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Allopurinol is one of the main drug to treat hyperuricemia and gout. The drug will cause skin inflammation,the fever ,multiple organ damage and even deaths. Its safety has been questioned all over the world. But the xanthine oxidase inhibitors from natural products have less toxicity, higher security, and some even can be used for diets. This paper is reviewing inhibition of xanthine oxidase from natural products.