Fabuzest: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fabuzest Information

Fabuzest is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Gout. Fabuzest 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 Fabuzest. 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, Fabuzest can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fabuzest go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

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

Other contraindications of Fabuzest have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Fabuzest may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Fabuzest is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Fabuzest Benefits & Uses

Fabuzest 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

Fabuzest 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

Fabuzest Related Warnings

Is the use of Fabuzest safe for pregnant women?

Fabuzest has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Fabuzest without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fabuzest safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Fabuzest. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Fabuzest on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Fabuzest. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fabuzest on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Fabuzest on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Fabuzest on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Fabuzest. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Fabuzest with Other Drugs

Fabuzest 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

Fabuzest Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fabuzest

Is this Fabuzest habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Fabuzest has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Fabuzest since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Fabuzest should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Fabuzest is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Fabuzest Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fabuzest

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Fabuzest, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fabuzest

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fabuzest with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fabuzest

Question over 4 years ago

Is Fabuzest helpful in gout?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fabuzest 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. Fabuzest 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 over 4 years ago

Is Fabuzest an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Fabuzest is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Fabuzest 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Fabuzest?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Take Fabuzest as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Fabuzest cause joint pain?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Fabuzest 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Fabuzest cause headache?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fabuzest 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.