
- Febuxostat is used to treat high levels of uric acid in the blood (hyperuricemia) in patients with gout. It is used for the chronic management of gout
- Febuxostat is also used to treat and prevent high levels of uric acid in the blood in adults with blood cancers who are on chemotherapy.
Method Of Administration Of Agout 80 Mg Tablets
- This medicine is intended for adults above 18 years of age only.
- Take as indicated by your doctor.
- The usual recommended dose is 40 mg once daily.
- Your doctor may increase it to 80 mg once daily if you do not achieve the target. The dose may be increased further to 120 mg once daily.
- Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
- If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
- If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
- Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.
Undesirable Side Effects Of Agout 80 Mg Tablets
- Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:
- Elevated liver enzymes
- Nausea
- Rash
- Joint pain
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Agout 80 Mg Tablets
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
- Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding
Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice For Patients With Gout
- Limit foods rich in purines. When you have gout, you should avoid purine-rich foods such as fatty meats and shellfish.
- Eating certain foods, such as cherries, coffee, and foods rich in vitamin C, can help prevent gout attacks.
- Cut out the stress in your life. Stress may trigger a gout attack
- Exercise frequently. Staying physically active is part of a healthy lifestyle, and it may help prevent a future gout attack.
- Get enough rest and sleep. Both rest and sleep are important when you have gout. Getting enough sleep—aim for about 8 hours every night—can help you manage stress and feel better overall.
- Try certain herbal and dietary supplements. It’s thought that some herbal and dietary supplements can help prevent gout. Turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory and is helpful. Turmeric is found in many supplements like Flexizac capsules.
Warnings & Special Precautions While Taking Agout 80 Mg Tablets
- Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine:
- If you have liver or kidney problems.
- If you have heart problems, a history of heart disease, or stroke.
- If you are being treated for cancer
- Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.
Storage Conditions Of Agout 80 Mg Tablets
- Store below 25°c
- Don’t refrigerate
- Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
- Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
- Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
Normal Ranges
- Normal values of uric acid range between 3.5 to 7.7