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Composition :

FEBUXOSTAT-40MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Saitech Medicare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Medicinal Benefits

Febusai-40 Tablet is a class of medications called xanthine oxidase (enzyme that helps your body to make the uric acid) inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, thereby reducing the level of uric acid that is made in your body. Thus, it reduces the inflammation caused by uric acid crystals in affected joints, thereby reducing pain, swelling and inflammation. Febusai-40 Tablet is used to prevent gout attacks or flares.

About Febusai-40 Tablet

Febusai-40 Tablet belongs to a class of anti-gout medications, also known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors, widely used to prevent severe gout attacks or flares. Gout is a chronic condition that occurs due to the deposition of uric acid crystals in the joints. It is characterized by intense pain and swelling at the affected joints. Febusai-40 Tablet prevents the sudden attacks of pain caused by severe gout and decreases pain, swelling, and inflammation.

Febusai-40 Tablet contains febuxostat. It works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase (an enzyme that helps your body make uric acid), thereby reducing the level of uric acid in your body. Thus, it reduces the inflammation caused by uric acid crystals in affected joints, thereby reducing pain, swelling and inflammation. Febusai-40 Tablet is used to prevent gout attacks or flares.

Your doctor will advise you on how often you take off the Febusai-40 Tablet based on your medical condition. The common side effects of Febusai-40 Tablet nausea, rash, dizziness, diarrhoea, pain, rash, inaccurate liver function test results, gout flare-ups (intense joint pain that comes on suddenly, often in the middle of the night), localized swelling due to retention of fluids in tissues (oedema). Most of these side effects of Febusai-40 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not stop taking a Febusai-40 Tablet of your own. Stopping it may worsen your condition and increase the risk of increased uric acid levels and future gout attacks. Inform your doctor if you have allergic to Febusai-40 Tablet or any other medicines, have a heart problem (Febusai-40 Tablet may cause heart problems that can lead to heart attack), or have kidney/liver disease. Some people experience more gout flare-ups when you start taking Febusai-40 Tablet . You should continue taking this drug even if gout flare-ups occur. Your doctor may give you combination therapy to prevent flare-ups when you start Febusai-40 Tablet . The safety and effectiveness of children under 18 years of age have not been established, so Febusai-40 Tablet should not be given to them. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Febusai-40 Tablet .

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How does the drug interact with Febusai-40 Tablet:
Coadministration of Mercaptopurine with Febusai-40 Tablet can increase the blood levels of mercaptopurine.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mercaptopurine with Febusai-40 Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Febusai-40 Tablet:
Taking azathioprine and Febusai-40 Tablet together can increase the blood levels of azathioprine

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Azathioprine with Febusai-40 Tablet is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
FebuxostatLomitapide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Febusai-40 Tablet:
Coadministration of Febusai-40 Tablet with lomitapide can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Febusai-40 Tablet with Lomitapide can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience fever, joint pain or swelling, skin rash, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Febusai-40 Tablet:
Coadministration of Febusai-40 Tablet with leflunomide can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Febusai-40 Tablet with Leflunomide can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience fever, joint pain or swelling, skin rash, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Febusai-40 Tablet:
Coadministration of Teriflunomide with Febusai-40 Tablet can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Febusai-40 Tablet and Teriflunomide together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience fever, joint pain or swelling, skin rash, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Febusai-40 Tablet:
Coadministration of Febusai-40 Tablet with ketoconazole can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Febusai-40 Tablet with Ketoconazole can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience fever, joint pain or swelling, skin rash, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
FebuxostatMipomersen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Febusai-40 Tablet:
Coadministration of Febusai-40 Tablet with Mipomersen can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Febusai-40 Tablet with Mipomersen can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor immediately if you experience fever, joint pain or swelling, skin rash, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting your doctor.

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Therapeutic Class

ANTI- GOUT MEDICATIONS

FAQs

Febusai-40 Tablet is a class of antigout drugs called xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by decreasing a high amount of uric acid to the normal level that is made in the body. Febusai-40 Tablet is used to prevent gout attacks but not to treat them once they occur.

No, Do not discontinue Febusai-40 Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, continue taking Febusai-40 Tablet for as long as prescribed. If you stop taking Febusai-40 Tablet , your uric acid levels will likely remain high and continue to cause gout symptoms.

Febusai-40 Tablet is not recommended if you have heart disease; taking Febusai-40 Tablet may cause serious heart problems, which can be life-threatening in some cases. So, please consult your doctor before taking the Febusai-40 Tablet .

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness or drowsiness while using Febusai-40 Tablet .

The dose and duration of Febusai-40 Tablet depend upon your medical condition. It may take several months before Febusai-40 Tablet begins to prevent gout attacks. Do not stop taking Febusai-40 Tablet without the advice of your doctor even if you feel better.

It is best taken in the morning. You can take Febusai-40 Tablet with or without food. Keep taking Febusai-40 Tablet every day, to prevent gout attacks.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Trilokpur Road, Sirmor, Kala Amb, Himachal Pradesh 134203
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