Reurate Tablet 40mg

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Composition FOR Reurate 40mg Tablet

Febuxostat(40mg)

food interaction for Reurate Tablet

alcohol interaction for Reurate Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Reurate Tablet

lactation interaction for Reurate Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate Tablet 40mg. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Reurate Tablet 40mg 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
Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate 40mg Tablet

Febuxostat(40mg)

Reurate tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of gout.

How reurate tablet works

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

Common side effects of reurate tablet

Diarrhea, Headache, Increased liver enzymes, Nausea, Skin rash

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Expert advice FOR Reurate 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 Reurate 40mg Tablet

Febuxostat

Q. What is Reurate Tablet 40mg used for?
Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate Tablet 40mg?
Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate Tablet 40mg?
The dose and duration of Reurate Tablet 40mg vary from person to person and are decided by your doctor. It may take several months before Reurate Tablet 40mg begins to prevent gout attacks. Do not stop taking Reurate Tablet 40mg without the advice of your doctor even if you feel better.
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Q. What is the best time to take Reurate Tablet 40mg?
Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate Tablet 40mg in the body. You can take this medicine with or without food.
Q. Can Reurate Tablet 40mg cause kidney damage?
Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate Tablet 40mg on my own if I am fine and have no pain or swelling in joints?
No, do not stop taking Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate Tablet 40mg?
You should be aware that Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 Reurate Tablet 40mg cause any liver problems?
Yes, Reurate Tablet 40mg use may cause liver problems. Your doctor may advise you to get regular blood tests done before and during treatment with Reurate Tablet 40mg 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 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)