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Febur Benefits & Uses

Febur 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

Febur 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

Febur Related Warnings

Is the use of Febur safe for pregnant women?

Febur shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Febur safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Febur on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Febur. 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 Febur on the Liver?

Febur has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Febur on the Heart?

Febur 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 Febur with Other Drugs

Febur 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

Febur Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Febur

Is this Febur habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Febur is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Febur 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 Febur for mental disorders.

No

Febur Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Febur

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Febur

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Febur

Question over 5 years ago

Can Febur cause headache?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febur 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Febur an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Febur is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Febur 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 almost 6 years ago

How to take Febur?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

The dose of Febur varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Usually, Febur 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 about 5 years ago

Is Febur helpful in gout?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febur 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. Febur 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 over 5 years ago

Does Febur cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Febur causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Febur, this problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.