Febuxot 40 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Febuxot Benefits & Uses

Febuxot 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

Febuxot 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

Febuxot Related Warnings

Is the use of Febuxot safe for pregnant women?

Febuxot should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Febuxot safe during breastfeeding?

Febuxot may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Febuxot on the Kidneys?

Febuxot can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Febuxot on the Liver?

Side effects of Febuxot rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Febuxot on the Heart?

Febuxot can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Febuxot with Other Drugs

Febuxot 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

Febuxot Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Febuxot

Is this Febuxot habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Febuxot.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Febuxot 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, the use of Febuxot in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Febuxot Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Febuxot

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Febuxot, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Febuxot

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Febuxot with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Febuxot

Question over 5 years ago

Can Febuxot cause constipation?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Febuxot 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Febuxot work?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Febuxot contains febuxostat that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the xanthine oxidase enzyme which is responsible for uric acid production in our body that results in disruption in the biosynthesis of uric acid which helps in decreasing its abnormally high levels. The decreased levels of uric acid prevent the formation of uric acid crystals and calcium oxalate crystals.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Febuxot?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Take Febuxot as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Febuxot cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Febuxot causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Febuxot, this problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Febuxot with colchicine?

Yes, Febuxot can be taken with colchicine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febuxot along with colchicine if taken as recommended.