Febuget 40mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Description
Febuget 40 tablet is a medicine used to control high uric acid levels in the blood, especially in patients with gout. It contains febuxostat as its active ingredient, which belongs to the class of medicines known as xanthine oxidase inhibitors. This medicine works by blocking the action of an enzyme called xanthine oxidase, which is responsible for producing uric acid in the body. By lowering uric acid levels, it helps reduce the risk of painful gout attacks and prevents further complications.
Gout is a type of arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in the blood and forms crystals in the joints. This can lead to severe pain, redness, swelling, and stiffness. Febuget 40 tablets help prevent such flare-ups and offer relief from joint-related discomfort. It is mainly prescribed to manage hyperuricemia (excess uric acid in the blood) and prevent future attacks.
You should always take Febuget 40 tablets as prescribed by your doctor. Do not change the dose or stop the medicine suddenly, even if you feel better. This medicine is typically taken once a day, with or without food; however, consistency in timing is crucial for optimal results. Your doctor may also recommend lifestyle and dietary changes, such as reducing consumption of red meat, alcohol, and sugary drinks, to help keep uric acid levels under control.
Before starting treatment, it is important to inform your doctor about your complete medical history, especially if you have liver problems, heart disease, kidney issues, or any known allergies. Regular monitoring of uric acid levels and liver function tests may also be advised during treatment to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Other medicines containing febuxostat include Feburic 40 tablet, Febuget 40 tablet, Febustat 40 tablet, and Febutax 40 tablet. These work in a similar way to lower uric acid levels and manage gout. Always use the medicine prescribed specifically for you, and avoid self-medication.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹128.40 |
| You Save | ₹49.94 (28% on MRP) |
| Contains | Febuxostat(40.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Gout, Hyperuricemia |
| Side effects | Sudden joint pain, headache, nausea, vomiting |
| Therapy | ANTI-GOUT |
Uses
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
If you are allergic to febuxostat or other ingredients present in Febuget 40 tablet.
Side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Rashes
- Swelling of hands and feet
Precautions and Warnings
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.
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
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
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.
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.
Directions for Use
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.
Storage and disposal
- Store at a temperature below 25°C at a cool and dry place.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
Quick Tips
- 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 levels of uric acid in the blood. The active ingredient in Febuget 40 tablets is febuxostat. ...
- 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 complete medical history....
- 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
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 medicine for the missed one....
Mode of Action
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 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 surgery or vaccination schedule....
- Especially, if you are taking anticancer medicines like mercaptopurine, immunosuppressants like azathioprine, and asthma medicine like theophylline.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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.
References
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- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- URICOSTAT 40 / 80 [Internet]. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- Gout | Arthritis | CDC [Internet]. Cdc.gov. 2021 [cited 4 March 2022]
- Febuxostat Accord 80mg Film-Coated Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 3 December 2021]
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Product Details
Brand
FEBUGET
Country of Origin
India
Expiry Date
25/12/2025
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