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Febuxot 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.
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Is the use of Febuxot 80 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Febuxot has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Febuxot without medical advice.
Is the use of Febuxot 80 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Febuxot should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Febuxot 80 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Febuxot. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Febuxot 80 Tablet on the Liver?
Febuxot is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Febuxot 80 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Febuxot. 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 Febuxot 80 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febuxot 80 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Febuxot 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 Febuxot 80 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Febuxot 80 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Febuxot 80 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febuxot 80 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Febuxot 80 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febuxot 80 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Febuxot 80 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Febuxot might cause constipation in some patients. The exact cause of constipation is unknown. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
Febuxot contains febuxostat that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the xanthine oxidase enzyme which is responsible for uric acid production in our body that results in disruption in the biosynthesis of uric acid which helps in decreasing its abnormally high levels. The decreased levels of uric acid prevent the formation of uric acid crystals and calcium oxalate crystals.
Take Febuxot as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Rarely, Febuxot causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Febuxot, 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, Febuxot can be taken with colchicine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Febuxot along with colchicine if taken as recommended.
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References
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