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

Febubest Information

Febubest is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Gout are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Febubest has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Febubest depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Febubest can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Febubest are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Febubest's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Febubest has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Febubest related warnings section.

The section on Febubest contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Febubest with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Febubest, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Febubest Benefits & Uses
Febubest Dosage & How to Take
Febubest Side Effects
Febubest Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Febubest with Other Drugs
Febubest Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Febubest
Febubest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Febubest Benefits & Uses

Febubest 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

Febubest 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

Febubest Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Febubest is used -

Moderate

Edema
Increased Liver Enzymes
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Rash
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Dry Mouth
Flushing
Weakness
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Febubest Related Warnings

Is the use of Febubest 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.

Severe
Is the use of Febubest 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.

Severe
What is the effect of Febubest 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Febubest on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Febubest 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Febubest with Other Drugs

Febubest 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

Febubest Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Febubest

Is this Febubest habit forming or addictive?

Febubest is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Febubest since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Febubest is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Febubest for mental disorders.

No

Febubest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Febubest

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Febubest and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Febubest

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Febubest.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Febubest

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Febubest with colchicine?

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Febubest safe to use?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Febubest an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Febubest?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Febubest raise blood sugar levels?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

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.