Febuxat 40mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Febuxat 40mg Tablet

Febuxostat(40mg)

food interaction for Febuxat Tablet

alcohol interaction for Febuxat Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Febuxat Tablet

lactation interaction for Febuxat Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Febuxat 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Febuxat 40mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Febuxat 40mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Febuxat 40mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Febuxat 40mg Tablet

Febuxostat(40mg)

Febuxat tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of gout.

How febuxat tablet works

Febuxat 40mg Tablet is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid, which is the chemical that causes gout.

Common side effects of febuxat tablet

Nausea, Skin rash, Abnormal liver function, Joint pain, Rash

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Expert advice FOR Febuxat Tablet

  • Your doctor has prescribed Febuxostat to reduce episodes of gout attack.
  • Take it at the same time every day, with or without food.
  • Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Febuxostat.
  • When you first start taking this medicine, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Febuxostat on having an acute attack of gout as that could make an attack worse.
  • Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause your gout to flare up.
  • Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor straight away if you have symptoms like rash, itchiness, difficulties in breathing, fever, or swelling of limbs or face.

Frequently asked questions FOR Febuxat 40mg Tablet

Febuxostat

Q. What is Febuxat 40mg Tablet used for?
Febuxat 40mg Tablet is used to treat gout in adults. It is mainly used in patients who did not respond to the treatment with allopurinol or who are not able to take allopurinol. Gout is a type of arthritis in which uric acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body, builds up in the joints. It causes sudden attacks of redness, swelling, pain, and heat in one or more joints.
Q. What are the side effects of Febuxat 40mg Tablet?
Febuxat 40mg Tablet may cause common side effects such as abnormal liver test results, diarrhea, headache, rash, nausea, and even an increase in gout symptoms and localized swelling due to retention of fluids in tissues (edema). Whereas, the serious side effects of Febuxat 40mg Tablet include heart problems, gout flares, liver problems, and severe skin and allergic reactions. Immediately inform your doctor if you experience any serious side effects.
Q. How long should I take Febuxat 40mg Tablet?
The dose and duration of Febuxat 40mg Tablet vary from person to person and are decided by your doctor. It may take several months before Febuxat 40mg Tablet begins to prevent gout attacks. Do not stop taking Febuxat 40mg Tablet without the advice of your doctor even if you feel better.
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Q. What is the best time to take Febuxat 40mg Tablet?
Febuxat 40mg Tablet is advised to be taken once a day. It can be taken at any time of the day, but preferably at the same time each day so that you remember to take it every day. This will help maintain the levels of Febuxat 40mg Tablet in the body. You can take this medicine with or without food.
Q. Can Febuxat 40mg Tablet cause kidney damage?
Febuxat 40mg Tablet may affect kidneys in different ways, though it is quite uncommon. You may experience blood in the urine, frequent urination, kidney stones, abnormal urine tests (increased level of proteins in the urine), and a reduction in the ability of the kidneys to function properly. Rarely, it may cause changes or decrease in urine amount due to inflammation in the kidneys (tubulointerstitial nephritis). Consult your doctor if your kidney functions get further affected.
Q. Can I stop taking Febuxat 40mg Tablet on my own if I am fine and have no pain or swelling in joints?
No, do not stop taking Febuxat 40mg Tablet without your doctor's advice even if you feel better. Discontinuation of medicine may increase the levels of uric acid. It may also worsen your symptoms due to the formation of new crystals of urate in and around your joints and kidneys.
Q. What are the things which I need to know while taking Febuxat 40mg Tablet?
You should be aware that Febuxat 40mg Tablet may cause serious heart problems which can be life-threatening in some cases. The symptoms of heart problems include chest pain, shortness of breath or trouble breathing, dizziness, fainting or feeling light-headed, rapid or irregular heartbeat. It may also cause numbness or weakness in one side of your body, slurring of speech and sudden blurry vision, or sudden severe headache. Immediately inform your doctor and seek medical help if you experience any of these symptoms.
Q. Can Febuxat 40mg Tablet cause any liver problems?
Yes, Febuxat 40mg Tablet use may cause liver problems. Your doctor may advise you to get regular blood tests done before and during treatment with Febuxat 40mg Tablet to check how well your liver was working before and while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms such as fatigue, pain, or tenderness on the right side of the abdomen or loss of appetite for several days or longer. It may also cause changes in the color of urine (dark or tea-colored) and may make your skin or the white part of your eyes turn yellow (jaundice).

Content on this page was last updated on 30 May, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)