Feburic 120 Tablet

Brand Name

Feburic 120

Generic Name / Composition

Febuxostat 120 mg

Main Category

• Anti-gout Agent / Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor

Description

Feburic 120 Tablet contains Febuxostat, a potent xanthine oxidase inhibitor that reduces uric acid production in the body.
This high-strength dose is prescribed in patients with severe chronic gout or persistent hyperuricemia who do not respond adequately to lower doses (40 mg or 80 mg).

Uses / Indications

• Treatment of chronic gout with severe uric acid elevation

• Management of hyperuricemia when not controlled with lower strengths

• Prevents uric acid crystal deposition in joints, kidneys, and tissues

• Helps reduce frequency of gout attacks and related joint pain

Dosage (General Guidance)

(As prescribed by physician only – high-strength medicine)

• Adults: 120 mg once daily

• May be started after lower doses fail to achieve target uric acid levels

• Can be taken with or without food

• Regular monitoring of serum uric acid required

Side Effects

• Nausea, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort

• Headache, dizziness

• Joint pain (possible flare-ups initially)

• Rash, abnormal liver function tests

• Rare: Severe hypersensitivity, cardiovascular events

Precautions / Warnings

• Not for asymptomatic hyperuricemia

• Avoid in patients with severe heart disease, stroke history, or significant kidney/liver impairment

• Initial therapy may trigger gout flare-ups → NSAIDs/colchicine may be prescribed as prevention

• Not recommended in pregnancy or breastfeeding unless essential

• Requires regular liver & uric acid monitoring

Drug Interactions

• Azathioprine, Mercaptopurine (contraindicated – serious toxicity risk)

• Theophylline (↑ toxicity)

• Didanosine (↑ side effects)

Packaging

• Strip of 10 tablets

Manufacturer

Takeda Pharmaceuticals / Ajanta Pharma Ltd. (marketed in India by licensed companies)