Feluric Tablet 40 mg contains Febuxostat. It is a urate-lowering medication used in the long-term management of gout and conditions associated with high uric acid levels in the blood.
Feluric does not treat acute gout attacks but helps prevent future flare-ups by lowering uric acid production.
রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন
Composition
Each film-coated tablet contains:
For oral administration.
Mechanism of Action
Febuxostat works by:
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Inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase
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Reducing conversion of purines into uric acid
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Lowering serum uric acid levels
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Preventing urate crystal formation in joints and tissues
This helps reduce gout attacks and long-term joint damage.
Indications
Feluric Tablet is indicated for:
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Gout
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Chronic hyperuricemia (high uric acid levels)
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Prevention of gout flare-ups in patients with recurrent attacks
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Management of uric acid-related complications such as tophi
Dosage and Administration
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Usually taken once daily, with or without food
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Starting dose is often 40 mg, which may be adjusted by the physician
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Regular monitoring of uric acid levels is recommended
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Should be taken consistently for long-term control
Benefits
Feluric Tablet provides several benefits:
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Effectively lowers serum uric acid levels
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Helps prevent gout attacks and joint damage
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Suitable for long-term management of hyperuricemia
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Alternative option for patients intolerant to allopurinol
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Improves joint comfort and mobility over time
Possible Side Effects
Common side effects include:
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Nausea
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Liver function changes
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Rash
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Headache
Less common side effects:
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Dizziness
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Joint pain (initial treatment phase)
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Gastrointestinal discomfort
Serious side effects (rare):
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Severe Skin Reactions
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Liver injury
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Cardiovascular events (rare in high-risk patients)
Precautions
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Not used for treatment of acute gout attacks
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Monitor liver function regularly
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Use cautiously in patients with cardiovascular disease
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Maintain adequate hydration
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Dose adjustment may be required in liver impairment
Drug Interactions
Feluric may interact with:
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Azathioprine and mercaptopurine (risk of toxicity increase)
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Theophylline (may increase drug levels)
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Certain chemotherapy agents
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.