Febustat 40 mg Tablet contains febuxostat which is a medicine used to treat and prevent gout, a condition caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood. This medicine helps reduce the production of uric acid and helps prevent gout attacks by maintaining lower uric acid levels.
Gout is a type of arthritis in which excess uric acid forms crystals in and around the joints, causing pain, swelling, redness, and warmth. Febustat 40 mg works by reducing uric acid production so that crystals do not form and gout symptoms are less likely to occur.
Benefits of Febustat 40 mg Tablet
Helps lower high uric acid levels in people with gout
Reduces the frequency of painful gout attacks
Useful when allopurinol cannot be used or has not worked well enough
Direction for Use
Take Febustat 40 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water. It can be taken with or without food, but try to take it at the same time each day. Do not take more or less than the prescribed dose.
Storage
Store this medicine in a cool, dry place below 25 °C, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
Side Effects
Some common side effects may include nausea, rash, joint pain, headache, diarrhea, and abnormal liver function test results. These are usually mild and may go away as your body adjusts.
Precautions
Inform your doctor if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, heart disease, or thyroid disorder before taking this medicine. Regular blood tests may be needed to check liver function while on treatment. Do not stop taking this medicine without medical advice.
