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Febuxostat is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Gout. Other than this, Febuxostat has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Febuxostat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Febuxostat as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Febuxostat are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Febuxostat's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Febuxostat has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Febuxostat related warnings section.
The section on Febuxostat contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Febuxostat have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Febuxostat is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Febuxostat 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 Febuxostat is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Febuxostat safe for pregnant women?
Febuxostat 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 Febuxostat safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Febuxostat. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Febuxostat on the Kidneys?
Febuxostat can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Febuxostat on the Liver?
Febuxostat is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Febuxostat on the Heart?
Febuxostat can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Febuxostat 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 Febuxostat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febuxostat habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Febuxostat is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Febuxostat since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Febuxostat only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Febuxostat for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febuxostat
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Febuxostat, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febuxostat
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Febuxostat.
Yes, Febuxostat may cause drowsiness or sleepiness in few cases only. If you are experiencing drowsiness after taking this drug then please refrain from activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery to avoid accidents and injuries.
Yes, Febuxostat can raise or elevate blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of the high blood sugar level is unknown. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.
No, Febuxostat is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Febuxostat 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.
Febuxostat 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 Febuxostat is sometimes also given for hyperuricemia (an excess of uric acid in the blood) which is caused by chemotherapy drugs.
Yes, Febuxostat can be taken with prednisolone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febuxostat along with prednisolone if taken as directed by the doctor. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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