Febumac 40mg Strip Of 10 Tablets

Febumac 40mg tablets contain febuxostat and are used to treat high levels of uric acid in the body (gout). It works by blocking the enzyme that makes uric acid. This reduces the amount of uric acid in the body and relieves symptoms of gout, such as severe pain and swelling of the joints.

Take Febumac 40mg tablets as directed by your doctor. They can be taken with or without food. Tell your doctor about all other medicines, over-the-counter medicines and herbal preparations you are taking before starting Febumac 40mg tablets.

Febutaz 40mg tablet , Feburic 40mg tablet , Febuget 40mg tablet , Febustat 40mg tablet and Febutax 40mg tablet are some other medications with febuxostat as their active ingredient.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of Febumac 40mg Tablet, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Febumac 40mg Tablet, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

This medicine works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. It inhibits the enzyme responsible for the production of uric acid in the body.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine as a whole with a sufficient amount of water, with or without food.
• You should take this medicine regularly and without fail as directed by your doctor.
• You should not consume it more than the stated recommended daily dose.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Febumac 40mg Tablet during pregnancy?

You should not take this medicine during pregnancy as limited information is available about its safety in pregnancy. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or if you are planning to have a baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Febumac 40mg Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if this medicine passes into human milk, hence you should not breastfeed while taking this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Febumac 40mg Tablet?

This medicine may blur your vision and make you dizzy or sleepy, you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Febumac 40mg Tablet?

There is limited information about the effects of this medicine with alcohol, but you should avoid taking alcohol in excessive amounts.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have problems with your heart, kidney, liver, or thyroid.
• You have an allergic reaction to Allopurinol (used to treat gout).
• You develop allergic reactions like rash, swelling, itching, unable to breathe.
• You have too much uric acid in the blood and are being treated for it.
• You are having a gout attack (sudden severe pain, tenderness, redness, and swelling in joints).
• In people with very high urate levels, treatment with this medicine could lead to the build-up of xanthine in the urinary tract, with possible stones.
• This medicine is not recommended for organ transplant recipients.
• This medicine is not recommended for patients below 18 years.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to this medicine or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Sudden joint pain
• Headache
• Rashes
• Increased liver enzymes
• Swelling

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concurrent use of Febumac 40mg Tablet is not recommended with Mercaptopurine used to treat cancer or Azathioprine used to reduce immune response as it may be harmful
• Other medicine like Theophylline used to treat asthma should be used cautiously.

Storage and disposal

• Store at room temperature, protected from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep out of the reach of children and pets

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the use of Febumac 40?

Febumac 40 Tablet is a medicine used to help manage gout. Gout is a condition that causes pain and inflammation in the joints. It is caused by high levels of uric acid in the blood. Uric acid can form crystals around the joints, which can cause pain, swelling and redness. Febumac 40 Tablet helps to lower uric acid levels in the blood and prevent gout attacks.

Can I stop taking Febumac 40mg Tablet on my own?

• No, you should never stop taking this medicine until advised by a doctor, even if you are feeling good.
• If you stop taking this medicine, the excess iron will no longer be removed from your body.

How does Febumac 40mg Tablet work?

Febumac 40mg Tablet inhibits the enzyme responsible for the production of uric acid in the body. This medicine works by reducing the amount of uric acid made by the body. Excess of uric acid leads to pain in joints and this condition is called gout.