Febustat 40 Tablet

How to use Febustat 40 Tablet

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

How Medicine Works

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

Expert Advice

• Your doctor has prescribed Febustat 40 Tablet to reduce episodes of gout attack.
• Take Febustat 40 Tablet at the same time every day, with or without food.
• Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Febustat 40 Tablet.
• Notify your doctor if you develop a rash. This could be a sign of allergy and should go away on discontinuing Febustat 40 Tablet.
• When you first start taking Febustat 40 Tablet, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Febustat 40 Tablet on having an acute attack of gout as that could make an attack worse.
• Do not consume alcohol while taking Febustat 40 Tablet as it may cause your gout to flare up.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How long does Febustat take to work?

After oral intake, the maximum effect of Febustat can be seen between 1 to 1.5 hours of consumption. However, it may take a few days to weeks to show its effect and you can experience gout attacks during this time. Continue to take your medicine during this time as with continuous use these attacks would decrease.

Q. Can I stop taking Febustat if I feel well?

No, keep using Febustat if prescribed by your doctor, even if you feel well. If you stop taking Febustat, your gout symptoms may return.

Q. Does Febustat cause frequent urination?

No, Febustat is not known to cause frequent urination. However, if you experience any such symptom while using the drug, consult your doctor.