Febucip 80 Tablet

How to use Febucip 80 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. Febucip 80 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Medicine Works

Febucip 80 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 Febucip 80 Tablet to reduce episodes of gout attack.
• Take Febucip 80 Tablet at the same time every day, with or without food.
• Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Febucip 80 Tablet.
• Notify your doctor if you develop a rash. This could be a sign of allergy and should go away on discontinuing Febucip 80 Tablet.
• When you first start taking Febucip 80 Tablet, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Febucip 80 Tablet on having an acute attack of gout as that could make an attack worse.
• Do not consume alcohol while taking Febucip 80 Tablet as it may cause your gout to flare up.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. How long does Febucip take to work?

After oral intake, the maximum effect of Febucip 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 Febucip if I feel well?

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

Q. Does Febucip cause frequent urination?

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