Febuxor, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Gout are some of its major therapeutic uses. Febuxor also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Febuxor is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Febuxor can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Febuxor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Febuxor's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Febuxor has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Febuxor related warnings section.
The section on Febuxor contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Febuxor may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Febuxor is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Febuxor 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Febuxor is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Febuxor safe for pregnant women?
Febuxor shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Febuxor safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Febuxor. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Febuxor on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Febuxor. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Febuxor on the Liver?
Febuxor is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Febuxor on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Febuxor. 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.
Febuxor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Febuxor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febuxor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Febuxor is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Febuxor as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Febuxor is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Febuxor is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febuxor
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Febuxor, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febuxor
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Febuxor with alcohol will be.
Yes, Febuxor might lower your blood pressure (hypotension) It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and take rest for a while till it subsides, also inform to the doctor without further delay.
Yes, Febuxor can be taken with colchicine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febuxor along with colchicine if taken as recommended.
Yes, Febuxor can be taken with prednisolone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febuxor 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, Febuxor 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.
No, Febuxor 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.
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