Febucell 80mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Febuxostat (80mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Cellrox Life Sciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Febucell 80mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat and prevent gout. Febucell 80mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat and prevent gout. Gout happens when there is too much uric acid in your body and it forms into crystals that can appear around your joints leading to painful and swollen joints. This medicine helps to keep uric acid levels low.
Febucell 80mg Tablet is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid which is the chemical that causes gout.
What is Febucell 80mg Tablet used for?
Febucell 80mg Tablet is indicated for treating gout in adults. It may be used when allopurinol treatment has been unsuccessful or not feasible for the individual patient.
What are the side effects of Febucell 80mg Tablet?
Febucell 80mg Tablet can cause common side effects such as abnormal liver function tests, diarrhea, headache, rash, nausea and localized swelling (edema) as well as an increase in gout symptoms. Serious side effects include cardiac problems, increased gout flares, liver issues, and severe skin reactions and allergic responses. It's important to immediately contact your healthcare provider if you experience any severe or concerning side effects.
How long should I take Febucell 80mg Tablet?
The duration of Febucell 80mg Tablet therapy is individualized and determined by a doctor based on your specific needs. It may take several months for the medication to begin effectively preventing gout attacks.
What is the best time to take Febucell 80mg Tablet?
Febucell 80mg Tablet should be taken once daily. You can choose a consistent time each day to help you remember to take it every day, but this will also aid in maintaining stable levels of Febucell 80mg Tablet in your body. You may choose to take this medicine with or without food.
Can Febucell 80mg Tablet cause kidney damage?
Febucell 80mg Tablet can affect kidneys in a variety of ways, although it is relatively uncommon. You may experience blood in the urine, frequent urination, kidney stones, abnormal urine tests (increased protein levels), or reduced kidney function. Rarely, it may lead to changes in urine volume due to inflammation in the kidneys (tubulointerstitial nephritis). If you experience further kidney issues, consult your doctor.
Can I stop taking Febucell 80mg Tablet on my own if I am fine and have no pain or swelling in joints?
No, do not discontinue Febucell 80mg Tablet without consulting your healthcare provider. Discontinuing this medication may increase uric acid levels, potentially worsening symptoms by causing new urate crystals to form in and around joints and kidneys.
What are the things which I need to know while taking Febucell 80mg Tablet?
It's important to be aware that Febucell 80mg Tablet may cause serious heart problems, some of which can be life-threatening. Symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, fainting, lightheadedness, rapid or irregular heartbeat. You may also experience numbness or weakness in one side of your body, slurred speech, sudden blurred vision, and sudden severe headache. If you experience any of these symptoms, immediately contact your healthcare provider for immediate medical assistance.
Can Febucell 80mg Tablet cause any liver problems?
Yes, Febucell 80mg Tablet use can lead to liver problems. Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests before and during treatment to monitor liver function. Be sure to inform your doctor if you experience fatigue, pain, tenderness on the right side of your abdomen or loss of appetite for several days or longer. Changes in urine color (dark or tea-colored) or yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes can be signs of liver problems.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it..Febucell 80mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Your doctor has prescribed Febucell 80mg Tablet to reduce episodes of gout attack.
- Take it at the same time every day
- Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Febucell 80mg Tablet.
- Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause your gout to flare up.
- Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor straight away if you have symptoms like rash, itchiness, difficulties in breathing, fever, or swelling of limbs or face.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Febucell 80mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Febucell 80mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
Febucell 80mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
