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Fubox is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gout. The alternative uses of Fubox have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fubox. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fubox as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fubox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fubox is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Fubox related warnings talks about Fubox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Fubox have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Fubox may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fubox is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Fubox 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 Fubox safe for pregnant women?
Fubox should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Fubox safe during breastfeeding?
Fubox may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fubox on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Fubox. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Fubox on the Liver?
Fubox is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Fubox on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Fubox. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Fubox 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 Fubox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fubox habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fubox 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 Fubox as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fubox only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Fubox in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Fubox
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fubox, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fubox
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fubox with alcohol.
Yes, Fubox 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.
Yes, Fubox may cause headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience a severe headache after taking this drug then take a mild painkiller and apply balm even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Fubox 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 Fubox is sometimes also given for hyperuricemia (an excess of uric acid in the blood) which is caused by chemotherapy drugs.
Yes, Fubox has been reported to causes diarrhoea. It is a common side effect of this drug. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Fubox is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 217
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 548-549