FEBUXOSTAT
Febuxostat lowers the level of uric acid in the blood to help prevent gout attacks over time. It is a preventer, taken daily, not a treatment for a sudden attack.
What Febuxostat Is Used For
- Long-term control of gout
- Lowering high uric acid levels
Common Side Effects
- Flare-up of gout when first starting
- Nausea
- Joint pain
- Rash
Precautions
Gout can briefly flare when you first start febuxostat, which is normal and settles – do not stop the medicine. It does not relieve a sudden attack, so keep taking it steadily every day. Tell your doctor about any heart or liver problems, as monitoring may be needed.
This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.
