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Uloric (Febuxastat)

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Brand

Uloric (Febuxastat)

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Strength
Qty
80mg

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Generic Equivalent - Uloric (Febuxastat)

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Strength
Qty
40mg
80mg

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  • Product Details

    Description

    Uloric is a prescription medication given to treat hyperuricemia, which is excess uric acid that leads to gout attacks

    Symptoms of gout are located in the joints, particularly the toe, ankle, foot, and knee joints. Symptoms may include stiffness, swelling, pain, and lumps. 

    Uloric works by decreasing the amount of uric acid circulating in the bloodstream, which reduces the formation of uric acid crystals in the joints. Uloric belongs to the class of medications Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitors.

    Fact Table

    Formula

    C16H16N2O3S

    License

    US FDA

    Bioavailability

    49%

    Legal status

    US: RX Only

    Chemical Name

    Febuxastat

    Elimination half-life

    5 to 8 hours

    Dosage (Strength)

    40mg, 80mg

    Pregnancy

    No known risks

    Brands

    Uloric and Adenuric

    Protein binding

    99% %

    PubChem CID

    134018

    MedlinePlus

    a609020

    ChEBI

    31596

    ATC code

    M04AA03

    DrugBank

    DB04854

    KEGG

    D01206

    Routes of administration

    By mouth (tablets)

    Directions

    The starting dose of Uloric is 40 mg by mouth once daily. Your prescriber may increase the dose to 80 mg after two weeks if the response to medication is inadequate. It can be increased one more time if needed to 120 mg once daily.

    Your dosage may need to be adjusted if you have kidney problems.

    Ingredients

    The active ingredient in Uloric is Febuxostat, which is also the name for Uloric generic.

    Interactions

    Uloric has drug-drug interactions with the following medications:

    • Azathioprine
    • Didanosine
    • Mercaptopurine
    • Methotrexate
    • Pegloticase
    • Theophylline

    Cautions

    Patients with established cardiovascular disease should not use Uloric unless directed by their physician. Cardiovascular disease is associated with a higher rate of cardiovascular death compared to other agents used to treat gout.

    When starting Uloric, gout flares may initially increase. Additional gout medications may be used to help prevent this.

    Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart or liver problems before starting Uloric.

    Side Effects

    Common Uloric side effects may include:

    • Acute gout attack
    • Arthralgia
    • Hepatic insufficiency
    • Increased liver enzymes
    • Nausea
    • Skin rash

    References


    Uloric [package insert]. Deerfield, IL: Takeda; 2017.


    IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

    Product Code : 11357

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