Generic:Febuxostat
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Clinically Equivalent Alternatives
These medicines contain the same active ingredient,and are medically equivalent to Urolite tab 40mg 30s.
Uses & Indications
- ✓1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Febuxostat is a xanthine oxidase (XO) inhibitor indicated for the chronic management of hyperuricemia in adult patients with gout who have an inadequate response to a maximally titrated dose of allopurinol, who are intolerant to allopurinol, or for whom treatment with allopurinol is not advisable.
- ✓Limitations of Use : Febuxostat tablets are not recommended for the treatment of asymptomatic hyperuricemia.
- ✓Febuxostat is a xanthine oxidase (XO) inhibitor indicated for the chronic management of hyperuricemia in adult patients with gout who have an inadequate response to a maximally titrated dose of allopurinol, who are intolerant to allopurinol, or for whom treatment with allopurinol is not advisable.
Side Effects
- ⚠6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the prescribing information: Cardiovascular Death [see Warnings and Precautions (
- ⚠1) ] Hepatic Effects [see Warnings and Precautions (
- ⚠3) ] Serious Skin Reactions [see Warnings and Precautions (
Safety Warnings
- WARNING: CARDIOVASCULAR DEATH Gout patients with established cardiovascular (CV) disease treated with febuxostat tablets had a higher rate of CV death compared to those treated with allopurinol in a CV outcomes study [see Warnings and Precautions (
- Gout patients with established cardiovascular (CV) disease treated with febuxostat had a higher rate of CV death compared to those treated with allopurinol in a CV outcomes study. (
Common Questions about
What is used for?
is a medication primarily used to treat conditions associated with its active ingredients. It belongs to the pharmaceutical class of medicines.
What are the side effects of ?
Common side effects of may include 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following serious adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the prescribing information: Cardiovascular Death [see Warnings and Precautions (. If you experience severe reactions, consult your doctor immediately.
What is the price of in Pakistan?
The latest price for in Pakistan is Rs. 850. Prices may vary by pharmacy and location (Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad).