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Febuget 40mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Febuget 40mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

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Febuget 40 MG Description

Febuget 40 tablet is an anti-gout medicine. It is used to treat increased uric acid levels in the blood. Febuget 40 contains febuxostat as its active ingredient, belonging to the xanthine-oxidase inhibitors class of medicine. It blocks an enzyme xanthine-oxidase responsible for the formation of uric acid in the body. Thus, lowering the uric acid levels in the body.

Gout is a painful condition caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood. The uric acid crystals build up in the joints, causing swelling and inflammation. This condition is known as hyperuricemia.

Take this medicine as your doctor advises for the prescribed dose and duration. Before initiating the treatment with this medicine, inform your doctor about your complete medical history and if you are allergic to this medicine. The active ingredient in Feburic 40 tablet, Febuget 40 tablet, Febustat 40 tablet and Febutax 40 tablet is febuxostat.

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ContainsFebuxostat(40.0 Mg)
UsesGout, Hyperuricemia
Side effectsSudden joint pain, headache, nausea, vomiting
TherapyANTI-GOUT
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uses

Uses of Febuget 40 MG

Febuget 40 tablet is used in the treatment of chronic hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid levels in the blood) where such deposition has already occurred in conditions like gouty arthritis.
contraindications

Contraindications of Febuget 40 MG

If you are allergic to febuxostat or other ingredients present in Febuget 40 tablet.
sideEffects

Side effects of Febuget 40 MG

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Rashes
  • Swelling of hands and feet
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Febuget 40 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Febuget 40 tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Limited information is available about the effect of Febuget 40 tablet on pregnancy. Avoid the use of the medicine during pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Febuget 40 tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Limited information is available about the effect of Febuget 40 tablet on breastfeeding. Avoid while breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive after consuming Febuget 40 tablet?
A:
Febuget 40 tablet medicine makes you feel sleepy, dizziness and blurred vision after taking the medicine. Hence, avoid driving.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Febuget 40 tablet?
A:
Alcohol increases uric acid levels in the blood. Thus, it worsens the condition. Hence, avoid alcohol when you are suffering from gout.
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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have any kind of pre-existing health condition such as heart, kidney, liver or thyroid-related problems.
  • You have Lesch-Nyhan syndrome (a genetic condition that leads to an increase in the level of uric acid in the blood).
  • You experience a gout attack (sudden pain, warmth, swelling in joints, redness, tenderness).
  • This medicine is not recommended to be used in children and adolescents.
  • You are a pregnant or nursing woman.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Febuget 40 MG

Swallow it as a whole with an adequate amount of water. Taken with or without food. Take the medicine at the same time every day.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Febuget 40 MG

  • Store at a temperature below 25°C at a cool and dry place.
  • Keep it away from children and pets.
quickTips

Quick Tips of Febuget 40 MG

  • Febuget 40 tablets are used to treat gouty arthritis, a condition in which the level of uric acid in the body increases. They can also be used to treat hyperuricemia, which is characterized by high le...
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  • Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.
  • Before starting Febuget 40mg tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding. Also, inform your doctor about all other medicines that you take and your ...
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  • Do not take any medicine on your own without confirming with your doctor during treatment with this tablet.
  • Headache, swellings, diarrhoea, and nausea/vomiting may occur in some individuals with the use of Febuget 40 mg tablet. Inform your doctor if these effects bother you or do not go away.
  • Talk to your doctor if you have suffered from alcoholism in the past.
  • You should inform your doctor if you have experienced asthma, rhinitis, or hives after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs in the past.
dosage

Dosage of Febuget 40 MG

Overdose

If you have taken too much of Febuget 40 contact the doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking a dose of medicine take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose schedule. Avoid a double dose of m...
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Mode of Action of Febuget 40 MG

How Does It Work?

Febuget 40 tablet contains febuxostat as the active ingredient and lowers the uric acid levels by inhibiting xanthine oxidase responsible for the formation of uric acid.
interactions

Interactions of Febuget 40 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Certain medicines can affect the way Febuget 40 tablet works or this medicine itself affects the action of other medicines taken simultaneously.
  • Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned sur...
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  • Especially, if you are taking anticancer medicines like mercaptopurine, immunosuppressants like azathioprine, and asthma medicine like theophylline.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
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Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What is chronic hyperuricemia?

A: Chronic hyperuricemia is a condition of elevated uric acid levels in the body. It leads to the deposition of uric acid crystals in joints and tissues causing redness, swelling, stiffness, feeling of warmth and tenderness.

Q: What causes hyperuricemia?

A: It is usually caused due to an unhealthy lifestyle that includes intake of food rich in purine (your body breaks down purine to form uric acid), alcohol, fructose (a type of sugar), certain medicines, etc. People who are obese and have certain medical conditions such as diabetes, poor kidney function, high blood pressure and metabolic disorders are more prone to develop hyperuricemia.

Q: Is Febuget 40 tablet safe for the liver?

A: Febuget 40 tablet is not recommended for patients who have high levels of liver enzymes in the blood or if anyone is suffering from liver disease.

Q: Can I eat non-vegetarian food with the medicine?

A: The medicine does not have reactions to the food. However, avoid foods that cause uric acid levels to go high.

Q: Can Febuget 40 tablet medicine raise blood sugar levels?

A: Febuget 40 tablet medicine has no known interactions with blood sugar-lowering medicines, along with its side effect as raised blood sugar levels. Hence, it does not increase blood sugar levels. However, if you feel the medicine is altering your sugar levels, reach out to the doctor immediately.

Q: For how long I can take Febuget 40?

A: The duration of treatment with Febuget 40 depends on the underlying condition and the patient's response to the treatment. Take it for the recommended duration only.

Q: Can I stop taking Febuget 40 if I feel improvement in symptoms?

A: Do not stop taking this medicine without your doctor's recommendation as it may worsen your gout attacks.

Q: Is Febuget and febuxostat same?

A: Yes, Febuget 40 tablet contains febuxostat as its active ingredient. It is used to lower the raised uric acid levels in the blood.

Q: What is the best time to take Febuget 40 tablet?

A: Febuget 40 should be taken as advised by your doctor. You can take this medicine in the morning with or without food at a fixed time every day to gain the optimal therapeutic benefit of lowering uric acid levels.

Q: What are the side effects of Febuget?

A: Nausea, diarrhoea, headache, rashes and swelling of hands and feet are a few common side effects of Febuget 40. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on their own. Also, it is not important that everyone experience the same.

Q: What is the composition of Febuget 40?

A: The composition of Febuget 40 contains febuxostat as its active ingredient, belonging to the anti-gout class of medicine.

Q: When should I take Febuget 40?

A: You can take Febuget 40 at any time of the day as advised by the doctor. But try to take it at the same time every day for good results.

Q: How does Febuget 40 work?

A: Febuget 40 contains febuxostat as the active ingredient and lowers the uric acid levels by inhibiting xanthine oxidase responsible for the formation of uric acid.
Last Updated on: 5 August 2023 | 5:34 PM (IST)

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