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Fexanto Benefits & Uses

Fexanto 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

Fexanto 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

Fexanto Related Warnings

Is the use of Fexanto safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fexanto. If you are pregnant, do not take Fexanto without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fexanto safe during breastfeeding?

Fexanto should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Fexanto on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Fexanto. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fexanto on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Fexanto on the Heart?

Fexanto 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Fexanto with Other Drugs

Fexanto 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

Fexanto Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fexanto

Is this Fexanto habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Fexanto.

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

Fexanto will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Fexanto only as per medical advice.

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

No, Fexanto is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fexanto Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fexanto

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Fexanto together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fexanto

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Fexanto.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fexanto

Question over 4 years ago

Is Fexanto an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Fexanto is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Fexanto 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 over 4 years ago

Is Fexanto helpful in gout?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fexanto 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. Fexanto 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 about 5 years ago

How to take Fexanto?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease

The dose of Fexanto varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Usually, Fexanto 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Fexanto cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fexanto 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Fexanto cause diarrhoea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fexanto 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.