ingredientFebuxostat 40mg
substitutesFebustat 40mg 10s x 10, zurig 40 mg 10s x 3
Shipping classRoom Temperature
Medicine Overview by Anukar Pharmacy
( Febuget 40mg 100 Tablets )
TreatmentFebuget 40 Tablet is used in the treatment of gout.
Side EffectsIncreased liver enzymes, Diarrhoea, Headache, Nausea, Skin rash
Method of UseTake this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Febuget 40 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How WorksFebuget 40 Tablet is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid, which is the chemical that causes gout.
More Info by Anukar Pharmacy
( Febuget 40mg 100 Tablets )
Suggestions
- Your doctor has prescribed Febuget 40 Tablet to reduce episodes of gout attack.
- Take Febuget 40 Tablet at the same time every day, with or without food.
- Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Febuget 40 Tablet.
- Notify your doctor if you develop a rash. This could be a sign of allergy and should go away on discontinuing Febuget 40 Tablet.
- When you first start taking Febuget 40 Tablet, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Febuget 40 Tablet on having an acute attack of gout as that could make an attack worse.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking Febuget 40 Tablet as it may cause your gout to flare up.
Warning by Anukar Pharmacy
( Febuget 40mg 100 Tablets )
Special precautions for ( Febuget 40mg 100 Tablets ) Heads up
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Alcohol
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caution | Taking alcohol can increase your uric acid levels and hence aggravate gout. |
Pregnancy
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WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS | Febuget 40 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
Lactation
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caution | Febuget 40 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby. |
Driving
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Do not drive unless you are feeling well. Febuget 40 Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness, blurred vision, numbness or tingling sensation. This may affect your driving ability. | |
Kidney
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Febuget 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Febuget 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available regarding the use of Febuget 40 Tablet in these patients. | |
Liver
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Febuget 40 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Febuget 40 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available regarding the use of Febuget 40 Tablet in these patients. |
Suggestion by Anukar Pharmacy on missing a dose
( Febuget 40mg 100 Tablets )
If you miss a dose of Febuget 40 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Disclaimer
The information of Anukar Pharmacy is for reference purpose only, and Anukar Pharmacy or Anukar Pharmacy or Anukar Pharmacy is not intended to be a replacement of professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Anukar Pharmacy suggest to ask the advice of a physician or any qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of anything you have learned from Anukar Pharmacy.
