Information

Goutage-40 is the febuxostat 40 mg drug used in gout. It is used in long term treatment of gout and it decreases the level of uric acid. It is usually recommended for the patient who cannot take allopurinol.

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Therapeutic Class

Xanthine oxidase inhibitor

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Dose and Direction of Use

• Take the medicine by mouth with food.
• Swallow the tablet with water without chewing, crushing or breaking the table.
• Take the medication only in specified time and as directed.

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Mode of Action

Goutage-40 selectively inhibits xanthine oxidase which catalyzes the conversion of hypoxanthine to uric acid, thereby decreasing serum concentration of uric acid.

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Uses

• Reduce uric acid level
• Prevent gout attack

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Contraindications

• Hepatic impairment
• Severe renal impairment
• Chronic heart failure

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Precautions and Warning

• Consult about your health conditions with doctor before starting medication.
• If any hypersensitive reaction occurs, consult with doctor immediately.
• Take the medication in right time and right dose.
• Do not skip or double take the medicine.

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