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Febuloric Benefits & Uses

Febuloric 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

Febuloric 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

Febuloric Related Warnings

Is the use of Febuloric safe for pregnant women?

Febuloric has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Febuloric without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Febuloric safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Febuloric may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Febuloric should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Febuloric on the Kidneys?

Febuloric can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Febuloric on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Febuloric on the Heart?

Febuloric can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Febuloric with Other Drugs

Febuloric 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

Febuloric Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Febuloric

Is this Febuloric habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Febuloric.

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

Febuloric will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Febuloric is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Febuloric in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Febuloric Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Febuloric

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Febuloric with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Febuloric

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Febuloric

Question over 5 years ago

Is Febuloric safe to use?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febuloric 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 over 5 years ago

Does Febuloric cause joint pain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Febuloric may cause joint pain (arthralgia). It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience intense joint pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take some rest even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Febuloric helpful in gout?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febuloric 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. Febuloric 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 Febuloric with diclofenac?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febuloric 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Febuloric?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Febuloric 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 Febuloric is sometimes also given for hyperuricemia (an excess of uric acid in the blood) which is caused by chemotherapy drugs.