Feburol: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Feburol Benefits & Uses

Feburol 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

Feburol 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

Feburol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Feburol 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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Feburol Related Warnings

Is the use of Feburol safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Feburol. If you are pregnant, do not take Feburol without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Feburol safe during breastfeeding?

Feburol should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Feburol on the Kidneys?

Feburol 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 Feburol on the Liver?

Feburol is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Feburol on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Feburol. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Feburol with Other Drugs

Feburol 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

Feburol Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Feburol

Is this Feburol habit forming or addictive?

Feburol is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Feburol 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?

No, Feburol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Feburol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Feburol

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Feburol

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Feburol

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Feburol?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

The dose of Feburol varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Usually, Feburol 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 6 years ago

What is Feburol?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Feburol 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 Feburol 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 Feburol raise blood sugar levels?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Feburol 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Feburol a pain-killer?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Feburol is not a pain-killer. It contains allopurinol which is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It is mainly used in the treatment of gout, hyperuricemia, and Chemotherapy-induced hyperuricemia.