URICOSTAT 40MG TABLET
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URICOSTAT 40MG TABLET


GLAXO SMITHKLINE
1 STRIP (10 TABLET(S))
*This medicine require prescription*
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Uses

Febuxostatisusedto treat gout (Gout is a type of arthritis in which uric acid, a naturally occurring substance in the body, builds up in the joints and causes sudden attacks of redness, swelling, pain, and heat in one or more joints)


Mechanism of Action

Febuxostat belongs to a class of medications called xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by decreasing the amount of uric acid in the body and thereby preventing gout attacks


Dosage
The recommended dose is 40 to 80mg, once daily

Side Effects
Acne-like rash Chest pain Weakness or numbness of an arm or leg Dizzines Slow or difficult speech

Warnings/Precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney diseases, chest pain, cancer, stroke, elderly, children, pregnancy, and breastfeeding Caution should be exercised in patients who have undergone organ transplantation (kidney, liver, heart and lung) If condition worsens, stop the medication immediately
Question and Answers
Question:
Is febuxostat a steroid?
Answer:
No. Febuxostat is not a steroid
Question:
Can I take colchicine with febuxostat?
Answer:
Yes. colchicine can be taken with febuxostat
Question:
What is Febutaz 40 or feburic 40? Are they safe?
Answer:
Febutaz 40 and feburic 40 contains febuxostat. If used for approved indication and in appropriate dose, febuxostat is generally safe. Please consult your doctor before taking the drug
Question:
Is febuxostat US FDA approved?
Answer:
Yes. it is an US FDA approved drug
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