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

Fexostat 40 Tablet Information

Fexostat 40 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Gout are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Fexostat 40 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fexostat 40 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Fexostat 40 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Fexostat 40 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Fexostat 40 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Fexostat 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fexostat 40 Tablet related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fexostat 40 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Fexostat 40 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Fexostat 40 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Fexostat Benefits & Uses
Fexostat Dosage & How to Take
Fexostat Side Effects
Fexostat Related Warnings
Fexostat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fexostat
Fexostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fexostat 40 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Fexostat 40 Tablet 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

Fexostat 40 Tablet 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

Fexostat 40 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fexostat 40 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Edema
Increased Liver Enzymes
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Rash
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Dry Mouth
Flushing
Weakness
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Fexostat 40 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Fexostat 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fexostat. If you are pregnant, do not take Fexostat without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fexostat 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Fexostat may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Fexostat should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Fexostat 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Fexostat. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fexostat 40 Tablet on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Fexostat on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Fexostat 40 Tablet on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Fexostat. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Fexostat 40 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fexostat 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fexostat 40 Tablet

Is this Fexostat 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Fexostat 40 Tablet.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Fexostat 40 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Fexostat 40 Tablet 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?

Fexostat 40 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Fexostat 40 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fexostat 40 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fexostat 40 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fexostat 40 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fexostat 40 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fexostat 40 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fexostat lower the blood pressure?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fexostat 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Fexostat work?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Fexostat 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

Does Fexostat cause hair loss?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Fexostat causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Fexostat, 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 about 5 years ago

Is Fexostat helpful in gout?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fexostat 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. Fexostat 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.