Drug causing increased uric acid level is:

A Colchichine
B Levofloxacin
C Pyrazinamide
D Steroid

Correct Answer: Pyrazinamide

The principal drugs that contribute to hyperuricemia by decreased excretion are the primary antiuricosurics. Other drugs and agents include diuretics, salicylates, pyrazinamide, ethambutol, nicotinic acid, ciclosporin, 2 - ethylamino - 1,3,4 - thiadiazole, and cytotoxic agents
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