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Febutax 80mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Febutax 80mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Febutax 80mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Febutax 80mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Febutax 80mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

By LEEFORD HEALTHCARE LTD
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
98.43
140.62
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Description

Febutax 80 tablet is a medication primarily prescribed for the management of chronic hyperuricemia, a persistent condition characterized by elevated levels of uric acid in your bloodstream. This medicine is particularly indicated when the excessive uric acid has already led to the deposition of crystals in your joints and tissues, resulting in conditions such as gouty arthritis.

Gout is a common, often severely painful form of arthritis characterized by sudden, intense flare-ups that involve redness, swelling, acute pain, and warmth in the affected joints. The active ingredient in Febutax 80 tablet is febuxostat, which functions by specifically targeting and inhibiting an enzyme crucial to the body's process of forming uric acid, thereby effectively lowering your overall uric acid levels.

The development of hyperuricemia is frequently linked to lifestyle factors, including a diet rich in purines (which your body metabolizes into uric acid), the consumption of alcohol and fructose, and the use of certain medicines. Furthermore, you may be more susceptible to developing this condition if you are obese or have underlying medical issues such as diabetes, compromised kidney function, high blood pressure, or other metabolic disorders. Febutax 80 tablet is designed to counteract this by reducing uric acid production, preventing further crystal formation, and helping to alleviate the symptoms associated with these deposits.

When starting treatment with Febutax 80 tablet, it is essential that you provide your doctor with a complete overview of your medical history, including any known allergies, especially to febuxostat or its components. Your doctor will determine the appropriate duration for your treatment. It is crucial that you adhere to this regimen and do not stop taking the medicine on your own, even if your symptoms improve and you begin to feel better.

Febutax 80 tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness, or blurred vision, so exercise caution with activities like driving or operating machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.

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Product Summary

Offer Price₹98.43
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ContainsFebuxostat(80.0 Mg)
Uses Chronic hyperuricemia
Side effectsDiarrhoea, headache, nausea, swelling
TherapyANTI-GOUT
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uses

Uses

Febutax 80 tablet 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

If you are allergic to febuxostat or any other ingredient of this medicine.
sideEffects

Side effects

  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Increased symptoms of gout
  • Localized swellings
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take the Febutax Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited safety data available about the use of this medicine in pregnant women. If pregnancy detected while taking this medicine inform your doctor immediately.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take the Febutax Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
It is not known if the Febutax Tablet can pass into the breastmilk. Seek advice from your doctor if you are a breastfeeding woman.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Febutax Tablet?
A:
Febutax Tablet may cause dizziness, sleepiness, blurred vision or tingling sensation. It is recommended to avoid performing activities like driving and operating machines unless you are sure how this medicine affects you.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with the Febutax Tablet?
A:
Febutax Tablet is not known to have an interaction with alcohol. Consult your doctor if you have a habit of drinking alcohol.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have 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

  • Febutax 80 tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor with or without food.
  • For optimal results take this medicine at a fixed time every day and do not miss any dose.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal

  • Store this medicine in a dry place, protected from light, heat and moisture.
  • Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
quickTips

Quick Tips

  • Take the medicine exactly as directed by your doctor, with or without food, at a fixed time every day for optimal results.
  • Do not stop taking the medicine suddenly, even if you feel better, unless instructed to do so by your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
  • Consult your doctor about your alcohol consumption habit, though no known direct interaction exists.
  • Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you experience side effects like dizziness, sleepiness, or blurred vision.
  • Seek urgent medical help in case of an overdose.
  • Inform your doctor about all other medications, supplements, or herbal products you are currently taking to avoid potential interactions.
dosage

Dosage

Overdose

Seek urgent medical help in case you have consumed too much of the Febutax 80 tablet.

Missed a Dose

You should never miss a dose of your medicines. If you have missed any dose of the Febutax 80 tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed do...
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modeOfAction

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Febutax 80 tablet works by inhibiting an enzyme that is involved in the uric acid formation, thereby lowering the uric acid levels.
interactions

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way the Febutax 80 tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • 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, asthma medicine like theophylline.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Abhishek B L

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

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: How long should I take the Febutax 80 tablet?

A: The duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor after assessing your condition. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own, even if you feel better.

Q: Should I worry if my gout symptoms temporarily increase after starting Febutax 80 tablet?

A: It is possible to experience an initial increase in gout symptoms, sometimes called a "gout flare," when starting treatment with Febutax 80 tablet because the sudden lowering of uric acid levels can cause crystal dissolution and release. You should continue taking the medicine as prescribed and inform your doctor, as they may suggest additional short-term treatment to manage the flare-up.

Q: Are there any specific conditions that would prevent me from taking Febutax 80 tablet?

A: Yes, you should not take Febutax 80 tablet if you are allergic to febuxostat or any other ingredient in the medicine. You should also inform your doctor if you have severe pre-existing heart or liver problems, as caution and monitoring are advised, and in some cases, the medicine may not be suitable.

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Product Details
Brand
FEBUTAX
Country of Origin
India
Expiry Date
30/05/2027

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