Introduction

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Uses of Febus 40

Gout

Side effects of Febus 40

Diarrhea
Headache
Increased liver enzymes
Nausea
Skin rash
Gout flares

How to use Febus 40

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. Febus 40 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Febus 40 works

Febus 40 is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid, which is the chemical that causes gout.

What if you forget to take Febus 40?

If you miss a dose of Febus 40, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Febus 40 to reduce episodes of gout attack.
Take it at the same time every day, with or without food.
Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Febus 40.
When you first start taking this medicine, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Febus 40 on having an acute attack of gout as that could make an attack worse.
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.

Safety Advice

CAUTION – Alcohol: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Febus 40. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Febus 40 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Febus 40 is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
UNSAFE – Driving: Febus 40 may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.\nFebus 40 may cause dizziness, sleepiness, blurred vision, numbness or tingling sensation. This may affect your driving ability.
CAUTION – Kidney: Febus 40 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Febus 40 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nLimited information is available regarding the use of Febus 40 in these patients.
CAUTION – Liver: Febus 40 should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Febus 40 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nLimited information is available regarding the use of Febus 40 in these patients.