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Febuxor 40 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Gout. Secondary and off-label uses of Febuxor 40 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Febuxor 40 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Febuxor 40 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Febuxor 40 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Febuxor 40 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Febuxor 40 Tablet related warnings talks about Febuxor 40 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Febuxor 40 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Febuxor 40 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Febuxor 40 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Febuxor 40 Tablet 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.
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Is the use of Febuxor 40 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Febuxor shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Febuxor 40 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Febuxor. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Febuxor 40 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Febuxor. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Febuxor 40 Tablet on the Liver?
Febuxor is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Febuxor 40 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Febuxor. 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Febuxor 40 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febuxor 40 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Febuxor 40 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Febuxor 40 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Febuxor 40 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Febuxor 40 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febuxor 40 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Febuxor 40 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febuxor 40 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Febuxor 40 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Febuxor 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.
Febuxor 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 Febuxor is sometimes also given for hyperuricemia (an excess of uric acid in the blood) which is caused by chemotherapy drugs.
Yes, Febuxor 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.
Rarely, Febuxor causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Febuxor, 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.
Yes, Febuxor 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.
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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