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Febutac 40 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gout. The alternative uses of Febutac 40 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Febutac 40 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Febutac 40 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Febutac 40 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Febutac 40 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Febutac 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Febutac 40 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Febutac 40 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Febutac 40 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Febutac 40 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Febutac 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Febutac can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Febutac 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Febutac may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Febutac should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Febutac 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Febutac. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Febutac 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Febutac is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Febutac 40 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Febutac. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Febutac 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febutac 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Febutac 40 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Febutac 40 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Febutac 40 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Febutac 40 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febutac 40 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Febutac 40 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febutac 40 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Febutac 40 Tablet with alcohol.
No, Febutac is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Febutac 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 Febutac is sometimes also given for hyperuricemia (an excess of uric acid in the blood) which is caused by chemotherapy drugs.
Yes, Febutac may cause drowsiness or sleepiness in few cases only. If you are experiencing drowsiness after taking this drug then please refrain from activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery to avoid accidents and injuries.
Yes, Febutac can be taken with colchicine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febutac along with colchicine if taken as recommended.
Yes, Febutac 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.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 217
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 548-549
