FBX 40 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fbx Benefits & Uses

Fbx is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)

Other Benefits

High Uric Acid Levels in the Blood

Fbx Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Gout Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fbx Related Warnings

Is the use of Fbx safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking FBX. If you are pregnant, do not take FBX without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fbx safe during breastfeeding?

FBX should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Fbx on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking FBX. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fbx on the Liver?

FBX may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fbx on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by FBX. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Fbx with Other Drugs

Fbx should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Azathioprine

Leflunomide

Mercaptopurine

Chlorambucil

Moderate

Aminophylline

Theophylline

Fbx Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fbx unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fbx

Is this Fbx habit forming or addictive?

Fbx does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Fbx since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Fbx only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Fbx is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Fbx Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fbx

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Fbx together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fbx

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fbx and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fbx

Question over 5 years ago

Does FBX raise blood sugar levels?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, FBX 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is FBX helpful in gout?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, FBX is helpful in gout. It is used in the treatment of gout which is a type of arthritis that causes intense pain and redness in the joints due to deposition of uric acid crystals. FBX decreases the production of uric acid which prevents the formation of these uric acid crystals whose deposition results in the intense pain and inflammation of the joints.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take FBX with colchicine?

Yes, FBX can be taken with colchicine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take FBX along with colchicine if taken as recommended.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take FBX with prednisolone?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, FBX can be taken with prednisolone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take FBX along with prednisolone if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is FBX an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, FBX is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. FBX 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.