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Febuxostat Information

Febuxostat is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Gout. Other than this, Febuxostat has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Febuxostat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Febuxostat as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Febuxostat 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.

Febuxostat's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Febuxostat has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Febuxostat related warnings section.

The section on Febuxostat contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Febuxostat have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Febuxostat is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Febuxostat Benefits & Uses
Febuxostat Dosage & How to Take
Febuxostat Side Effects
Febuxostat Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Febuxostat with Other Drugs
Febuxostat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Febuxostat
Febuxostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Febuxostat Benefits & Uses

Febuxostat 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

Febuxostat 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

Febuxostat Related Warnings

Is the use of Febuxostat safe for pregnant women?

Febuxostat has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Febuxostat without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Febuxostat safe during breastfeeding?

Febuxostat 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 Febuxostat on the Kidneys?

Febuxostat 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 Febuxostat on the Liver?

Febuxostat may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Febuxostat on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Febuxostat. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Febuxostat with Other Drugs

Febuxostat 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

Febuxostat Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Febuxostat

Is this Febuxostat habit forming or addictive?

Febuxostat does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Febuxostat as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Febuxostat only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Febuxostat for mental disorders.

No

Febuxostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Febuxostat

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Febuxostat

Information about the interaction of Febuxostat and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Febuxostat

Question over 5 years ago

Does Febuxostat cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febuxostat 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Febuxostat raise blood sugar levels?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febuxostat 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Febuxostat an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Febuxostat is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Febuxostat 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

What is Febuxostat?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Febuxostat 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 Febuxostat is sometimes also given for hyperuricemia (an excess of uric acid in the blood) which is caused by chemotherapy drugs.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Febuxostat with prednisolone?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Febuxostat can be taken with prednisolone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febuxostat 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.