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Goutfree Benefits & Uses

Goutfree 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

Goutfree 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

Goutfree Related Warnings

Is the use of Goutfree safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Goutfree safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Goutfree. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Goutfree on the Kidneys?

Goutfree may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Goutfree on the Liver?

Goutfree is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Goutfree on the Heart?

Goutfree 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 Goutfree with Other Drugs

Goutfree 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

Goutfree Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Goutfree

Is this Goutfree habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Goutfree is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Goutfree as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Goutfree only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Goutfree cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Goutfree Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Goutfree

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Goutfree

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Goutfree with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Goutfree

Question over 4 years ago

Is Goutfree a pain-killer?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Goutfree is not a pain-killer. It contains allopurinol which is an antigout agent that belongs to the class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It is mainly used in the treatment of gout, hyperuricemia, and Chemotherapy-induced hyperuricemia.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Goutfree safe to use?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Goutfree is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed at the regular doses such as joint pain (arthralgia), nausea, and rash. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.

Question about 4 years ago

Can I take Goutfree with diclofenac?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Goutfree can be taken with diclofenac. No drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Goutfree an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Goutfree is not a uricosuric agent which promotes the excretion of uric acid from the body. Goutfree 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Goutfree cause weight fluctuation?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Goutfree has been reported to cause weight fluctuation (weight increase or decrease). It is a known side effect of this drug. However, if you experience any unusual sudden weight gain or loss after taking this drug, then consult it with your doctor without further delay.