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Urostat 40 Mg Tablet Information

Urostat 40 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Gout. Urostat 40 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Urostat 40 Mg Tablet. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Urostat 40 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Urostat 40 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Urostat 40 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Urostat 40 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Urostat 40 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Urostat 40 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Urostat 40 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Urostat 40 Mg 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

Urostat 40 Mg 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

Urostat 40 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Urostat 40 Mg 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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Urostat 40 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Urostat 40 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Urostat 40 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Urostat 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 Urostat 40 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Urostat. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Urostat 40 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Urostat has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Urostat 40 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Urostat. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Urostat 40 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Urostat 40 Mg Tablet 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

Urostat 40 Mg Tablet Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Urostat 40 Mg Tablet

Is this Urostat 40 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Urostat 40 Mg Tablet is addictive.

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

Urostat 40 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Urostat 40 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Urostat 40 Mg Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Urostat 40 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Urostat 40 Mg Tablet

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Urostat 40 Mg Tablet and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Urostat 40 Mg Tablet

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Urostat 40 Mg Tablet

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Urostat?

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The dose of Urostat varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Usually, Urostat is taken once a day with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. However, you are advised to take it as per your doctor's instructions. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Urostat cause weight fluctuation?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Urostat has been reported to cause weight fluctuation (weight increase or decrease). It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience any unusual sudden weight gain or loss after taking this drug, then consult it with your doctor without further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Urostat a pain-killer?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Urostat 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Urostat helpful in gout?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Urostat 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. Urostat 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Urostat with colchicine?

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