Febuxostat is the active ingredient in medications used to treat gout.It belongs to a class of drugs called xanthine oxidase inhibitors.Xanthine oxidase is an enzyme that plays a role in the production of uric acid.
Febuxostat is used to lower high levels of uric acid in the blood.
This helps to prevent gout attacks and the formation of gouty tophi (hard deposits of uric acid in joints).
Febutos 120mg Tablet (Febuxostat) works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase. This prevents the breakdown of purines (natural compounds found in food) into uric acid. By reducing uric acid production, febuxostat helps to lower blood uric acid levels.
Store febuxostat at room temperature, between 68°F and 77°F (20°C and 25°C). Protect from light and moisture.
The dosage of febuxostat will vary depending on your individual needs and response to the medication.
It is usually taken once daily with or without food.
Your doctor will determine the appropriate dosage for you.
Common side effects of febuxostat may include: headache, diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, and gout flare-ups.
Drinking alcohol while taking febuxostat can increase your risk of liver problems.
Febuxostat may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medication affects you.
It is not known if febuxostat is safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits.
Febuxostat is not approved for use in children.
Febuxostat should be used with caution in people with kidney problems.
Febuxostat should be used with caution in people with liver problems.
https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-164492/febuxostat-oral/details
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gout/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20353690
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18988663
