Febutec 40 Tablet
10 Tablet(s) in StripMRP ₹156.91
₹70.61
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CIPLA GX
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TABLET
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Febuxostat(40.0 Mg) |
| Therapy | Anti-gout |
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Medical Description
Febutec 40 tablet contains febuxostat, a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used for the long-term management of chronic hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid levels in the blood), particularly in patients with gouty arthritis. Gout is a painful inflammatory condition caused by the deposition of urate crystals in the joints, leading to redness, swelling, warmth, stiffness, and intense joint pain, commonly affecting the big toe, ankles, knees, or wrists. Febutec 40 helps reduce uric acid levels and prevents further crystal deposition.
Febuxostat works by selectively inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, which plays a key role in converting purines into uric acid in the body. By reducing the production of uric acid, this medicine helps prevent the formation of new urate crystals and may gradually dissolve existing deposits. Febutec 40 is used for long-term control of uric acid levels and not for immediate relief of an acute gout attack.
Treatment with Febutec 40 tablets should be initiated and monitored by a doctor. In some cases, gout attacks may temporarily increase after starting therapy due to changes in uric acid levels. Your doctor may prescribe additional medicines to prevent such flare-ups during the initial phase of treatment. Regular monitoring of uric acid levels and liver function tests may be recommended during therapy.
Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you have heart disease, liver or kidney problems, thyroid disorders, or a history of hypersensitivity reactions. Febutec is not recommended in patients with Lesch-Nyhan syndrome and should be used cautiously in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed and do not discontinue it without medical advice, even if symptoms improve.
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Side effects
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Increased symptoms of gout
- Localized swellings
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- 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 for use in children and adolescents.
- You are a pregnant or nursing woman.
Directions for Use
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.
Quick Tips
- 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 this medicine. 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.
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:FEBUTEC
Manufacturer Name:CIPLA GX
Address:Innova Captab Ltd. 1281/1, Hilltop Indl. Estate, Near EPIP, Phase-I, Jharmajri, Baddi, Dist. Solan (H.P.) - 173 205
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Febutec 40 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
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