Febutaz 80 Tablet 10

Febutaz 80 Tablet is used for the long-term management of gout by lowering uric acid levels in adults, particularly those who cannot take allopurinol.

Uses of Febutaz 80 Tablet are:

• Chronic Gout: Lowers uric acid levels to reduce the frequency of painful gout attacks over the long term.
• Joint Protection: Helps prevent joint damage caused by urate crystal build-up.
• Alternative to Allopurinol: Used particularly in people who cannot take allopurinol or when allopurinol is not suitable.

Here's how you should take Febutaz 80 Tablet:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Ensure you do not crush or chew the tablet.

• It can be taken with or without food.

• Always take this medicine at the same time each day for best results.

• Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, even if your symptoms improve.

Febutaz 80 Tablet is taken orally.

Febutaz 80 Tablet contains febuxostat (80 mg) which works in the body as follows:

• Xanthine Oxidase Inhibition: Febuxostat works by selectively blocking an enzyme called xanthine oxidase in your body. This enzyme plays a crucial role in converting purines into uric acid.

• Reduction in Uric Acid Levels: By inhibiting the function of xanthine oxidase, febuxostat effectively reduces the production of uric acid and lowers its level in the blood. This action aids in dissolving existing uric acid crystals and prevents new ones from forming in the joints, thereby managing gout symptoms.

• Keep Febutaz 80 Tablet at room temperature.

• Protect it from light and moisture.

• Make sure it's out of reach of children and pets.

• Always use this medication before the expiry date printed on the label.

• Try to minimise alcohol intake, as it can increase uric acid levels in your body, exacerbating gout symptoms.

• Avoid purine-rich foods such as organ meats, anchovies, and yeast, which can trigger a gout flareup. Instead, opt for a balanced diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables.