Febutaz 20 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Gout. The alternative uses of Febutaz 20 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Febutaz 20 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Febutaz 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Febutaz 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Febutaz 20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Febutaz 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Febutaz 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Febutaz 20 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Febutaz 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Febutaz 20 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Febutaz 20 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 Febutaz 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Febutaz can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Febutaz 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Febutaz. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Febutaz 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Febutaz 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.
What is the effect of Febutaz 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Febutaz on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Febutaz 20 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Febutaz. 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 Febutaz 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febutaz 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Febutaz 20 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Febutaz 20 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Febutaz 20 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Febutaz 20 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febutaz 20 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Febutaz 20 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febutaz 20 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Febutaz 20 Tablet with alcohol.
Yes, Febutaz might cause constipation in some patients. The exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
No, Febutaz is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Febutaz 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.
Yes, Febutaz 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. Febutaz 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.
Yes, Febutaz can be taken with prednisolone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febutaz along with prednisolone if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Febutaz has been reported to cause weight fluctuation (weight increase or decrease). It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience any unusual sudden weight gain or loss after taking this drug, then consult it with your doctor without further delay.
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