Febucip 80 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Gout. Febucip 80 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Febucip 80 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Febucip 80 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Febucip 80 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Febucip 80 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Febucip 80 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Febucip 80 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Febucip 80 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Febucip 80 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Febucip 80 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Febucip 80 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Febucip 80 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Febucip 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 Febucip 80 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Febucip may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Febucip 80 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Febucip. 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 Febucip 80 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Febucip rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Febucip 80 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Febucip. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Febucip 80 Tablet 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 Febucip 80 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febucip 80 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Febucip 80 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Febucip 80 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Febucip 80 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Febucip 80 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Febucip 80 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Febucip 80 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febucip 80 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Febucip 80 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Febucip 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.
Yes, Febucip is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at the regular doses such as joint pain (arthralgia), nausea, and rash. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
The dose of Febucip varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Usually, Febucip 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.
No, Febucip is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Febucip contains febuxostat which is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It decreases the production of uric acid by inhibiting xanthine oxidase enzyme which is essential for the biosynthesis of uric acid.
Yes, Febucip 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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