Febutos 120mg Tablet
Introduction to Febutos 120mg Tablet
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What are the side effects of Febustat?
Febustat may cause common side effects such as abnormal liver test results, diarrhea, headache, rash, nausea, and even an increase in gout symptoms and localized swelling due to retention of fluids in tissues (edema). Whereas, the serious side effects of Febustat include heart problems, gout flares, liver problems, and severe skin and allergic reactions. Immediately inform your doctor if you experience any serious side effects.
Can Febustat cause any liver problems?
Yes, Febustat use may cause liver problems. Your doctor may advise you to get regular blood tests done before and during treatment with Febustat to check how well your liver was working before and while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms such as fatigue, pain or tenderness on the right side of the abdomen or loss of appetite for several days or longer. It may also cause changes in the color of urine (dark or tea colored) and may make your skin or the white part of your eyes turn yellow (jaundice).
Can I stop taking Febustat on my own if I am fine and have no pain or swelling in joints?
No, do not stop taking Febustat without the advice of your doctor even if you feel better. Discontinuation of medicine may increase the levels of uric acid. It may also worsen your symptoms due to the formation of new crystals of urate in and around your joints and kidneys.
Can Febustat cause kidney damage?
Febustat may affect kidneys in different ways, though it is quite uncommon. You may experience blood in the urine, frequent urination, kidney stones, abnormal urine tests (increased level of proteins in the urine) and a reduction in the ability of the kidneys to function properly. Rarely, it may cause changes or decrease in urine amount due to inflammation in the kidneys (tubulointerstitial nephritis). Consult your doctor if your kidney functions get further affected.
What is the best time to take Febustat?
Febustat is advised to be taken once a day. It can be taken at any time of the day, but preferably at the same time each day so that you remember to take it every day. This will help maintain the levels of Febustat in the body. You can take this medicine with or without food.
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Febutos 120mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Packaging :
strip of 10 tablets
Manufacturer :
Medcure PharmaComposition :
Febuxostat (120mg)