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Febumac Benefits & Uses

Febumac 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

Febumac 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

Febumac Related Warnings

Is the use of Febumac safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Febumac safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Febumac. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Febumac on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Febumac. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Febumac on the Liver?

Side effects of Febumac rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Febumac on the Heart?

Febumac 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 Febumac with Other Drugs

Febumac 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

Febumac Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Febumac

Is this Febumac habit forming or addictive?

Febumac is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Febumac 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, Febumac cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Febumac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Febumac

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Febumac

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Febumac

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Febumac?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

The dose of Febumac varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Usually, Febumac is taken once a day with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, you are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Febumac cause joint pain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Febumac 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Febumac?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Febumac an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Febumac is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Febumac 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 over 5 years ago

Can Febumac cause headache?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febumac may cause headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience a severe headache after taking this drug then take a mild painkiller and apply balm even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.