Uricostat 40 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Uricostat Benefits & Uses

Uricostat 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

Uricostat 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

Uricostat Related Warnings

Is the use of Uricostat safe for pregnant women?

Uricostat can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Uricostat safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Uricostat on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Uricostat. 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 Uricostat on the Liver?

Side effects of Uricostat rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Uricostat on the Heart?

Uricostat may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Uricostat with Other Drugs

Uricostat 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

Uricostat Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Uricostat

Is this Uricostat habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Uricostat 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 Uricostat as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Uricostat cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Uricostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Uricostat

There is no information on the effects of taking Uricostat with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Uricostat

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Uricostat

Question about 5 years ago

Does Uricostat cause drowsiness?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Uricostat 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 5 years ago

How does Uricostat work?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Uricostat 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Uricostat lower the blood pressure?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Uricostat might lower your blood pressure (hypotension) It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and take rest for a while till it subsides, also inform to the doctor without further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Uricostat an uricosuric agent?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Can Uricostat cause headache?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Uricostat 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.