Febubest 40 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Gout. Secondary and off-label uses of Febubest 40 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Febubest 40 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Febubest 40 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Febubest 40 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Febubest 40 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Febubest 40 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Febubest 40 Tablet related warnings section.
The section on Febubest 40 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Febubest 40 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Febubest 40 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Febubest 40 Tablet 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Febubest 40 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Febubest 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Febubest. If you are pregnant, do not take Febubest without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Febubest 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Febubest may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Febubest should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Febubest 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Febubest 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 Febubest 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Febubest may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Febubest 40 Tablet on the Heart?
Febubest may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Febubest 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febubest 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Febubest 40 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Febubest 40 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Febubest 40 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Febubest 40 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febubest 40 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Febubest 40 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febubest 40 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Febubest 40 Tablet.
Yes, Febubest can be taken with colchicine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febubest along with colchicine if taken as recommended.
Yes, Febubest 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.
No, Febubest is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Febubest 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.
Febubest is a brand name of febuxostat and it comes in the form of a tablet. It is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It is a prescription drug that is used in the management of gout (arthritis that causes intense pain and redness in the joints due to deposition of uric acid crystals). Apart from the management of gout Febubest is sometimes also given for hyperuricemia (an excess of uric acid in the blood) which is caused by chemotherapy drugs.
Yes, Febubest can raise or elevate blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of the high blood sugar level is unknown. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.
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