Febustat 40mg Strip Of 15 Tablets

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Febustat 40 MG Description

Febustat 40 tablet is used to lower the raised uric acid levels in the blood, which can also lead to a condition known as hyperuricemia. Febustat 40 tablet contains febuxostat as its active ingredient. It is an anti-gout medicine. Febustat 40 acts by inhibiting the chemical substance xanthine oxidase responsible for the formation of uric acid, thus lowering serum uric acid levels.

The active ingredient in Feburic 40 tablet, Febuget 40 tablet and Febutax 40 tablet are also febuxostat. This medicine should not be used by children below 18 years of age. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor for the prescribed duration. It is advised to take Febustat at the same time every day to gain optimum benefits.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹288.08
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Contains	Febuxostat(40.0 Mg)
Uses	Gout, Hyperuricaemia
Side effects	Sudden joint pain, headache, nausea, vomiting
Therapy	ANTI-GOUT

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Uses

Contraindications

Side effects

Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Febustat 40 MG

Febustat 40 tablet is used to treat a condition called gout, where the level of a chemical substance called uric acid, which is urate in the body increases.
It is also used for the treatment of hyperuricaemia (high uric acid levels in the blood).

Contraindications of Febustat 40 MG

If you are allergic to febuxostat or any other ingredient of Febustat 40 tablet.

Side effects of Febustat 40 MG

Nausea
Diarrhoea
Sudden joint pain
Headache
Rashes
Increased liver enzymes
Swelling

Precautions and Warnings of Febustat 40 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Febustat 40 tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information available about the effect of Febustat 40 tablet during pregnancy. Hence it is recommended to avoid the use of this medicine during pregnancy unless prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Febustat 40 tablet while breastfeeding?

There is limited information available about the effect of Febustat 40 tablet on breastfeeding. Hence it is recommended to avoid the use of this medicine during breastfeeding unless prescribed by your doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Febustat 40 tablet?

Febustat 40 tablet can make you feel sleepy, dizzy and you may even have blurred vision after taking this medicine. You should avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Febustat 40 tablet?

Alcohol is known to increase the uric acid levels in the blood thus it worsens the condition. Hence it is not advisable to have alcohol when you are suffering from gout.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any heart disease or condition.
You had an acute or sudden gouty attack.
You have any medical condition and are on the medication for the same.
You had undergone an organ transplant.
You have thyroid, liver disease.
Febustat 40 tablet should not be used by children below 18 years of age.

Directions for Use of Febustat 40 MG

Febustat 40 tablets should be taken orally as per the doctor's prescription. Prefer to take the medicine at the same time every day.

Storage and disposal of Febustat 40 MG

Store it at a temperature below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Quick Tips of Febustat 40 MG

Febustat 40 tablets are used to treat gouty arthritis, a condition where the body has an increased level of uric acid. They can also be used to treat hyperuricaemia, which is high levels of uric acid ...
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It's important to take the medicine exactly as recommended by your doctor and not exceed the prescribed dose. If you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, you should inform your ...
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You should also provide your complete medical history and inform your doctor of any other medicines you're taking. During treatment with this tablet, you should not take any other medications without ...
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Some people may experience headache, swelling, diarrhoea, or nausea/vomiting when taking Febustat 40 tablets. If you're experiencing any of these side effects, you should inform your doctor.
If you have a history of alcoholism, it's important to discuss this with your doctor. You should also inform your doctor if you've experienced asthma, rhinitis, or hives after taking aspirin or other ...
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Dosage of Febustat 40 MG

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Take the missed dose when you remember but if it is time for the next dose then skip the missed dose. Do not overdose to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action of Febustat 40 MG

How Does It Work?

Febuxostat blocks an enzyme that is responsible for the formation of uric acid in the body. Thus lowering the uric acid levels in the body.

Interactions of Febustat 40 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Febustat 40 tablet increases the effect of mercaptopurine, azathioprine (immunosuppressant) and can cause serious harm, hence should not be used concomitantly.
The effect of Febustat 40 tablet alters when used concomitantly with antacids such as aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, thus one should have an interval of a minimum 1 hour between them.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I take Febustat 40 tablet with omeprazole?

A: No interactions were found between Febustat 40 tablet and omeprazole. Hence, you can safely take this medicine.

Q: Is Febustat 40mg a steroid?

A: Tab Febustat is not a steroid medicine. It contains febuxostat, an antigout medicine, which is used for the treatment of gout.

Q: Can I stop taking Febustat 40 tablet if my symptoms resolve and I start feeling better?

A: Keep taking Febustat 40 tablet even if your symptoms improve to help keep the disease under control as advised by your doctor for the specified duration.

Q: Can I have meat along with Febustat 40 tablet?

A: Avoid meat or beef along with Febustat 40 tablet, as this can increase the uric acid levels.

Q: Can Febustat 40 tablet increase blood pressure level?

A: Febustat 40 tablet is not known to increase the blood pressure level. However, if you experience symptoms related to raised blood pressure while on this medicine, consult your doctor soon.

Q: Can Febustat 40 tablet cause gout?

A: Febustat 40 tablet is used to treat gout. It helps improve the gouty arthritis condition and also hyperuricaemia, thus it does not cause gout.

Q: What if I stop taking Febustat 40 tablet suddenly?

A: Abruptly discontinuing the treatment with febuxostat may worsen the gout condition. You should continue the treatment even if you do not have symptoms and still complete the prescribed duration.

Q: Can I take painkillers along with Febustat 40 tablet?

A: Do not take painkillers on your own. However, the doctor might suggest some painkillers and additional medicines to help reduce the pain. So, it is advised to take prescribed painkillers only as advised by the doctor.

Q: What is the use of Febustat 40?

A: Febustat 40 tablet is used to treat gout, where the level of uric acid, which is urate in the body, increases. It is also used for the treatment of hyperuricemia (high uric acid levels in the blood).

Q: Can I take febuxostat 40 twice a day?

A: It is advised to follow the doctor's prescription regarding the dose and duration of the treatment with febuxostat tablets.

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