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Febucad, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Gout. Febucad also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Febucad. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Febucad have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Febucad are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Febucad has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Febucad related warnings talks about Febucad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Febucad contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Febucad with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Febucad, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Febucad 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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Is the use of Febucad safe for pregnant women?
Febucad shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Febucad safe during breastfeeding?
Febucad may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Febucad on the Kidneys?
Febucad 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 Febucad on the Liver?
Febucad has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Febucad on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Febucad. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Febucad 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 Febucad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Febucad habit forming or addictive?
Febucad is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Febucad since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Febucad only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Febucad is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Febucad
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Febucad, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Febucad
Information about the interaction of Febucad and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Febucad 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.
Yes, Febucad 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.
Febucad 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.
Yes, Febucad 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.
The dose of Febucad varies from case to case basis depending on the medical condition of the patient. Usually, Febucad 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
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References
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