Fexostat 80mg Tablet

Short Description

Fexostat 80mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent gout by keeping uric acid levels low, thus preventing painful and swollen joints.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Fexostat 80mg Tablet is a medication designed to treat and prevent gout, a condition characterized by excessive uric acid in the body forming crystals around the joints, leading to pain and swelling. This medicine helps maintain low uric acid levels. It is important to follow the prescribed dosage and be aware of potential side effects such as rash, itchiness, breathing difficulties, fever, or swelling of limbs or face. Consult your doctor for personalized advice and precautions.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Fexostat 80mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Fexostat 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 Fexostat 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 Fexostat 80mg Tablet. When you first start taking this medicine, you might have more gout attacks. Do not stop Fexostat 80mg Tablet during an acute attack as it could worsen the attack. 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 immediately if you have symptoms like rash, itchiness, difficulties in breathing, fever, or swelling of limbs or face.