Question 1

What is Febuxostat used for?

Accepted Answer

Gout (a type of severe joint pain and swelling caused by high uric acid), high uric acid levels in the blood

Question 2

How do you take Febuxostat?

Accepted Answer

The usual starting dose is one 40 mg tablet once daily. If your uric acid level is still high after 2-4 weeks, your doctor may increase it to 80 mg once daily. You can take it with or without food, at the same time each day. Swallow the tablet whole with water.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Febuxostat?

Accepted Answer

Liver problems (your doctor may run blood tests), joint pain or gout flare-ups especially when you first start taking it, nausea, skin rash, and diarrhea.

Question 4

Who should not take Febuxostat?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to febuxostat or any of its ingredients, people currently having a gout attack (start only after the attack has settled), people with severe liver or kidney disease (unless your doctor specifically approves it), and people already taking azathioprine or mercaptopurine.

Question 5

Is Febuxostat safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Febuxostat is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding — consult your doctor before using it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing a baby.

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