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FBX 40 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Gout are some of its major therapeutic uses. FBX 40 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of FBX 40 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed FBX 40 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of FBX 40 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that FBX 40 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if FBX 40 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the FBX 40 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the FBX 40 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of FBX 40 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that FBX 40 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
FBX 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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Is the use of FBX 40 Tablet 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.
Is the use of FBX 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
FBX should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of FBX 40 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of FBX 40 Tablet on the Liver?
FBX may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of FBX 40 Tablet 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take FBX 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this FBX 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
FBX 40 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking FBX 40 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume FBX 40 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
FBX 40 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and FBX 40 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking FBX 40 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and FBX 40 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of FBX 40 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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