Drafeb 80mg Tablet

Short Description

Drafeb 80mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent gout by keeping uric acid levels low, preventing the formation of painful crystals around the joints.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Drafeb 80mg Tablet is a medication prescribed for the treatment and prevention of gout, a condition characterized by excessive uric acid in the body forming crystals around the joints, leading to pain and swelling. This medicine helps to maintain low uric acid levels. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and duration. Common side effects are not listed, but serious symptoms like rash, itchiness, breathing difficulties, fever, or swelling should be reported to a doctor immediately. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medication.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Drafeb 80mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Drafeb 80mg Tablet is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid, which is the chemical that causes gout.

Your doctor has prescribed Drafeb 80mg Tablet to reduce episodes of gout attack. Take it at the same time every day with or without food. Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Drafeb 80mg Tablet. When you first start taking this medicine, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Drafeb 80mg Tablet during an acute attack as that could make it worse. Do not consume alcohol while taking this medicine as it may cause your gout to flare up. Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor straight away if you have symptoms like rash, itchiness, difficulties in breathing, fever, or swelling of limbs or face.