Febuget is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Gout. The alternative uses of Febuget have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Febuget. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Febuget have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Febuget go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Febuget's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Febuget has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Febuget related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Febuget are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Febuget may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Febuget is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Febuget is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Febuget is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Febuget safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Febuget Tablet. If you are pregnant, do not take Febuget Tablet without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Febuget safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Febuget Tablet may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Febuget Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Febuget on the Kidneys?
Febuget Tablet may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Febuget on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Febuget Tablet on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Febuget on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Febuget Tablet. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Febuget should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Febuget unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febuget habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Febuget is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Febuget as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Febuget only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Febuget is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febuget
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Febuget with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febuget
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Febuget with alcohol.
No, Febuget Tablet is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Febuget Tablet contains febuxostat which is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It decreases the production of uric acid by inhibiting xanthine oxidase enzyme which is essential for the biosynthesis of uric acid.
No, Febuget Tablet is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Febuget Tablet has been reported to causes diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Febuget Tablet is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at the regular doses such as joint pain (arthralgia), nausea, and rash. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
Yes, Febuget Tablet can be taken with diclofenac. No drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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