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Febuxostat Tablets 40mg

Febuxostat Tablets 40mg are used to lower uric acid levels in people with gout. Febuxostat works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Febuxostat is a xanthine oxidase (XO) inhibitor that is used to lower hyperuricemia (high uric acid in the blood) in patients with gout who have been treated with allopurinol which did not work well. Febuxostat works by inhibiting the activity of an enzyme that is responsible for the synthesis of uric acid. In clinical trials, febuxostat has been shown to be effective in lowering serum uric acid levels to < 6.0 mg/dL. Febuxostat Tablets 40mg should be taken as directed by the doctor. It is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist about all the medications being taken, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements, to avoid any potential drug interactions. Febuxostat Tablets 40mg may cause side effects such as nausea, joint pain, rash, or liver problems. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Uses of Febuxostat Tablets 40mg

• Febuxostat Tablets 40mg are used to treat hyperuricemia (constantly high levels of uric acid) in adults who have gout. 
• Febuxostat is a medication used to manage and treat hyperuricemia and gout. It is in a class of drugs known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. 
• Febuxostat works by inhibiting the activity of an enzyme that is responsible for the synthesis of uric acid. 
• Taken regularly, febuxostat can prevent damage to joints, stop attacks of gout, and reduce the size of gouty lumps affecting the skin. Febuxostat Tablets 40mg should be taken as directed by the doctor. 
• It is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist about all the medications being taken, including over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements, to avoid any potential drug interactions. 
• Febuxostat Tablets 40mg may cause side effects such as nausea, joint pain, rash, or liver problems. 
• If any of these side effects persist or worsen, it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist immediately.

How to Use Febuxostat Tablets 40mg

Febuxostat tablets 40 mg should be taken with or without food as advised by your healthcare provider, and you should follow your healthcare instructions for dosing and timing of this medication. You can take this medicine whole without breaking or crushing it.

How Febuxostat Tablets 40mg Works

It works by inhibiting the enzyme that helps your body to make uric acid by reducing the level of uric acid in your body, which reduces the inflammation caused by uric acid crystals in affected joints and reduces pain, swelling, and inflammation.

Side Effects of Febuxostat Tablets 40mg

• Febuxostat may cause several side effects, although not everybody gets them. 
• The most common side effect of febuxostat is an increase in attacks of gout during the early stages of treatment. 
• However, if an attack of gout occurs, it is important not to stop taking febuxostat and to treat the attack as usual. 
• Some of the most common side effects of febuxostat include diarrhea, headaches, skin rashes, feeling sick (nausea), abnormal liver test results, and build-up of fluid, usually in the lower legs and ankles. 
• If a rash develops when starting febuxostat, swelling of the face or fever, particularly within the first month, it is important to seek medical advice immediately. 
• Other side effects of febuxostat may include agitation, anxiety, depression, insomnia, irritability, libido decreased, nervousness, panic attack, personality change, and renal and urinary disorders. 
• If any of these side effects persist or worsen, it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Precautions

• Febuxostat Tablets 40mg may cause serious side effects, and it is important to take precautions while using this medication. 
• Febuxostat may increase the risk of serious heart and blood vessel problems, such as unstable chest pain, heart attack, stroke, or death. 
• It is important to check with the doctor right away if chest pain, trouble with breathing, sudden or severe headache, or problems with vision, speech, or walking occur. 
• Febuxostat may also cause serious side effects such as agitation, anxiety, depression, insomnia, irritability, libido decreased, nervousness, panic attack, personality change, and renal and urinary disorders. 
• Before taking febuxostat, it is important to inform the doctor if there is a history of heart disease, chest pain (angina), or have had a heart attack or stroke in the past since these conditions may increase the risk of serious heart problems. 
• Febuxostat should not be used in children younger than 18 years. It is important to read the medication guide provided by the pharmacist before starting febuxostat and each time getting a refill. If any questions arise, it is important to ask the doctor or pharmacist.
• Febuxostat should be taken as directed by the doctor, and it is important not to stop taking the drug suddenly or don’t take it at all, as uric acid levels will likely remain high and continue to cause gout symptoms. 
• If any side effects persist or worsen, it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist immediately.

What happens if I have taken an overdose of Febuxostat tablets 40mg

If you suspect an overdose of this medication and see one of the side effects mentioned above, consult your healthcare provider immediately.

Interactions

Interaction with Diseases

• If the patient has a kidney or liver disorder, you should consult your healthcare provider before consuming this medicine
• Patients with heart-related problems should be cautious because it may increase the risk of a heart attack.

Interaction with Drugs

• Azathioprine
• Mercaptopurine
• Teriflunomide
• Ketoconazole
• Lomitapide
• Mipomersen
• Leflunomide

Interaction with Food

No Interactions

Interaction with Beverages

No Interactions

Habit Forming

No

Class of Drug

Anti-Gout Medications

FAQs about Febuxostat Tablets 40mg

1. Can I stop taking Febuxostat tablets 40 if I feel well?

You should never stop this medication without consulting your healthcare provider because it may increase your uric acid and continue to cause gout symptoms/

2. I have heart disease, should I take Febuxostat tablets 40 mg?

It is not suggested for patients who have heart disease, as this may be life-threatening, so you should always consult your healthcare provider before consuming this medication.

3. How many days should you take Febuxostat tablets 40mg?

It depends on the condition, sometimes you can recover in a day, and sometimes it takes months to take to recover. Never stop your treatment without consulting your healthcare provider.

4. What is the best time to take Febuxostat tablets 40mg?

You should take this medicine as prescribed by your healthcare provider, and the best time to take is in the morning.

5. What is the reason for causing hyperuricemia?

It happens when the body produces a lot of uric acid or when the kidneys are unable to excrete it properly.