Prescription requiredAntigout

Febustat 40 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Febustat 40 Tablet is used for Chronic management of hyperuricemia in gout, prevention of gout flares by lowering uric acid (not for treatment of acute gout attack).

Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated July 2026

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Active Ingredient / Composition

Febuxostat 40 mg

What is Febustat 40 Tablet used for?

Chronic management of hyperuricemia in gout
prevention of gout flares by lowering uric acid (not for treatment of acute gout attack)

How Febustat 40 Tablet Works

Febuxostat inhibits xanthine oxidase, the enzyme responsible for converting hypoxanthine and xanthine to uric acid. This lowers serum uric acid levels and helps prevent urate crystal deposition and gout attacks over time.

Dosage & Directions

Take exactly as prescribed, usually once daily, with or without food. Gout flares can increase when starting therapy; your doctor may prescribe flare prophylaxis (e.g., colchicine/NSAID) initially. Do not stop abruptly without medical advice.

Always follow your doctor's prescription. Do not self-medicate.

Key Benefits

Lowers uric acid levels
Helps prevent gout attacks long term
Reduces urate crystal deposition
Helps prevent gout-related joint damage
Suitable for patients intolerant to allopurinol (as advised)

Pregnancy

Not recommended

Alcohol Interaction

Avoid

Febustat 40 Tablet — Quick Facts

Composition: Febuxostat 40 mg
Therapeutic class: Antigout
Drug class: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Prescription: Required (Rx)
Price: ₹338
Habit forming: No
Storage: Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Febustat 40 Tablet — Usage FAQs

How should I take this medicine?

Follow the dosage prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter the dose without medical advice.

Can I take this medicine without a prescription?

Prescription-required medicines need a valid Rx. OTC medicines can be purchased directly.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is close to your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose.

How long does it take to show effect?

The time to show effect varies by medicine and condition. Consult your doctor for specific timelines.

Febustat 40 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Febustat 40 Tablet used for?

How Febustat 40 Tablet Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Febustat 40 Tablet — Quick Facts

Febustat 40 Tablet — Usage FAQs

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Febustat 40 Tablet — Uses, Dosage & Benefits

Active Ingredient / Composition

What is Febustat 40 Tablet used for?

How Febustat 40 Tablet Works

Dosage & Directions

Key Benefits

Pregnancy

Alcohol Interaction

Febustat 40 Tablet — Quick Facts

Febustat 40 Tablet — Usage FAQs

More from PingMeDoc™

Safety disclaimer