Febustat 80 mg Tablet is a prescription medication that contains febuxostat, a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used to lower uric acid levels in the blood. It is primarily prescribed for the chronic management of gout, a condition caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in joints, leading to pain and inflammation.
Febustat 80 mg works by inhibiting the enzyme xanthine oxidase, which plays a key role in the production of uric acid. By reducing uric acid levels, it helps prevent gout attacks and complications such as joint damage.
It is usually taken once daily, with or without food. Febustat 80 mg is intended for long-term use and is not used to treat acute gout flares. Common side effects may include nausea, liver function abnormalities, joint pain, and rash. Serious but rare side effects include cardiovascular events and severe allergic reactions.
This medication should be used with caution in patients with liver or kidney impairment, and it is not recommended for use alongside drugs like azathioprine or mercaptopurine. Its use in pregnancy or breastfeeding should only occur if clearly needed and prescribed by a doctor.