Uricosuric
Which of the following has a uricosuric action:
a) Allopurinol
b) Losartan
c) Ramipril
d) Atenolol
Correct answer: b) Losartan
Losartan has a uricosuric action in addition to being an angiotensin receptor blocker. Allopurinol is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor which reduces the synthesis of uric acid.