Question 1

What is chronic hyperuricemia?

Accepted Answer

Chronic hyperuricemia is a condition of elevated uric acid levels in the body. It leads to the deposition of uric acid crystals in joints and tissues causing redness, swelling, stiffness, feeling of warmth and tenderness.

Question 2

What causes hyperuricemia?

Accepted Answer

It is usually caused due to an unhealthy lifestyle that includes intake of food rich in purine (your body breaks down purine to form uric acid), alcohol, fructose (a type of sugar), certain medicines, etc. People who are obese and have certain medical conditions such as diabetes, poor kidney function, high blood pressure and metabolic disorders are more prone to develop hyperuricemia.

Question 3

How long should I take Febutaz 40 tablet?

Accepted Answer

The duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor after assessing your condition. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own even if you feel better.

Question 4

When should I take Febutaz?

Accepted Answer

You should take Febutaz exactly as your doctor has told you. It would be best if you take it in the morning. Try to take it at the same time each day for maximum benefit.

Question 5

What is Febutaz used for?

Accepted Answer

Febutaz 40 is used in the treatment of chronic hyperuricemia (elevated uric acid levels in the blood), where such deposition has already occurred in conditions like gouty arthritis.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Febutaz 40?

Accepted Answer

Some may experience side effects like nausea, diarrhoea, headache and nausea after taking the Febutaz 40 tablet. Most of these are temporary, but if you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact your doctor immediately.

Question 7

Is Febutaz and febuxostat same?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Febutaz 40 contains febuxostat, as its active ingredient, which belongs to an anti-gout class of medicines.

Question 8

What is the function of Febutaz 40?

Accepted Answer

Febutaz 40 tablet works by inhibiting an enzyme that is involved in the uric acid formation, thereby lowering the uric acid levels.

Question 9

Can Febutaz 40 Tablet be taken with food?

Accepted Answer

Febutaz 40 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Taking it at the same time each day is more important than timing it with meals for consistent effect.

Question 10

Can Febutaz 40 Tablet cause heart problems?

Accepted Answer

Febuxostat, the active ingredient in Febutaz 40, may slightly increase the risk of heart-related issues in people with existing cardiovascular conditions. Your doctor will monitor your health carefully if you have heart disease.

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