About Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s

Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s is a prescription medication used primarily for the treatment of chronic hyperuricemia in patients with gout. Each tablet contains 40 mg of febuxostat, a non-purine selective xanthine oxidase inhibitor that works by reducing the production of uric acid in the body. Elevated uric acid levels can lead to the formation of urate crystals in joints and tissues, causing painful gout attacks.

Unlike allopurinol, febuxostat is suitable for patients with mild to moderate renal impairment and does not require dose adjustments in such populations. It is taken orally once daily, with or without food, and is often initiated at a lower dose to reduce the risk of gout flare-ups during early therapy.

Indications of Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s

Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s is indicated for:

• Long-term management of chronic hyperuricemia in adults with gout
• Patients who are intolerant to or have contraindications for allopurinol

Usage Instructions for Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s

• The usual starting dose is 40 mg once daily
• May be increased to 80 mg if serum uric acid levels remain above target after two to four weeks
• Can be taken with or without meals
• Continued use is necessary even if a gout flare occurs during initial treatment
• Drink plenty of fluids to help flush uric acid from the body

Contraindications of Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s

• Known hypersensitivity to febuxostat or any of its components
• Patients being treated with azathioprine, mercaptopurine, or theophylline (due to interaction risks)
• Not recommended in patients with severe hepatic impairment
• Should not be used in asymptomatic hyperuricemia

Precautions When Using Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s

• Increased risk of cardiovascular events; caution in patients with heart disease
• May cause gout flare during initiation; prophylactic NSAIDs or colchicine may be prescribed
• Monitor liver function and serum uric acid periodically
• Use with caution in patients with renal or hepatic impairment
• Advise patients to report any symptoms of hypersensitivity, such as rash, fever, or liver dysfunction

Possible Side Effects of Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s

• Common: Gout flares, liver enzyme elevation, nausea, rash, joint pain
• Less common: Cardiovascular events (e.g., chest pain, palpitations), allergic skin reactions
• Rare: Severe hypersensitivity reactions including Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis

Storage of Febuxostat (FEBUDAY) 40mg Tablet 30’s

• Store at room temperature (15–30 °C)
• Keep in a dry place, away from direct light and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use beyond the expiration date on the packaging