Febustat 40 Tablet

Use: Treats and prevents gout by lowering uric acid levels in the blood.

Key Points:

• Dosage: Take as prescribed, with/without food, at a fixed time. Do not crush or chew.

• Do Not Stop Suddenly: Stopping may worsen gout symptoms. Continue even without active flare-ups.

• Lifestyle Tips: Avoid alcohol/non-vegetarian foods; drink plenty of water.

Side Effects:

• Common: Nausea, joint pain, rash, abnormal liver function.

• Initial Worsening: Gout symptoms may temporarily flare up (manage with doctor-prescribed painkillers).

• Seek Help: Persistent nausea, dark urine, yellowing skin/eyes (signs of liver issues).

Safety Advice:

• Avoid if: Pregnant/breastfeeding (consult doctor).

• Caution Needed: Liver/kidney/heart disease, stroke history. Regular liver tests required.

• Driving: May cause dizziness/drowsiness—avoid if affected.

• Missed Dose: Take ASAP; skip if close to next dose. Never double dose.

How It Works:

Blocks xanthine oxidase, an enzyme that produces uric acid.

Note: Always follow your doctor’s advice for dosage adjustments and monitoring.