Wostat 40mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Wockhardt Ltd
Salt Composition
Febuxostat (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Wostat 40mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat and prevent gout by keeping uric acid levels low.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Wostat 40mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat and prevent gout. Gout happens when there is too much uric acid in your body and it forms into crystals that can appear around your joints leading to painful and swollen joints. This medicine helps to keep uric acid levels low.
Directions for Use
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. Wostat 40mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Wostat 40mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Wostat 40mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Wostat 40mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Wostat 40mg Tablet is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It works by decreasing blood uric acid which is the chemical that causes gout.
Quick Tips
Take plenty of fluids (2-3 litres) daily while on Wostat 40mg Tablet. Do not stop Wostat 40mg Tablet on having an acute attack of gout as that could make an attack 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Wostat 40mg Tablet used for?
Wostat 40mg Tablet is used to treat gout in adults. It is mainly used in patients who did not respond to treatment with allopurinol or who are not able to take allopurinol. Gout is a type of arthritis caused by the build-up of uric acid, a naturally occurring substance, in joints. This leads to sudden attacks of redness, swelling, pain, and heat in one or more joints.
What are the side effects of Wostat 40mg Tablet?
Wostat 40mg Tablet may cause common side effects such as abnormal liver test results, diarrhea, headache, rash, nausea, and even an increase in gout symptoms and localized swelling due to fluid retention in tissues (edema). Serious side effects of Wostat 40mg Tablet include heart problems, increased gout attacks, liver problems, and severe skin and allergic reactions. If you experience any serious side effects, contact your doctor immediately.
How long should I take Wostat 40mg Tablet?
The dose and duration of Wostat 40mg Tablet vary from person to person and are decided by your doctor. It may take several months before Wostat 40mg Tablet begins to prevent gout attacks. Do not stop taking Wostat 40mg Tablet without the advice of your doctor even if you feel better.
What is the best time to take Wostat 40mg Tablet?
Wostat 40mg Tablet is advised to be taken once a day. It can be taken at any time of day, but preferably at the same time each day so that you remember to take it every day. This will help maintain the levels of Wostat 40mg Tablet in the body. You can take this medicine with or without food.
Can Wostat 40mg Tablet cause kidney damage?
Wostat 40mg Tablet may affect kidneys in various ways, although it is not very common. You may experience blood in the urine, frequent urination, kidney stones, abnormal urine tests (increased level of proteins in the urine), and a reduction in the ability of your kidneys to function properly. Rarely, it may cause changes or decrease in urine amount due to inflammation in the kidneys (tubulointerstitial nephritis). Consult your doctor if your kidney functions get further affected.
Can I stop taking Wostat 40mg Tablet on my own if I am fine and have no pain or swelling in joints?
No, do not stop taking Wostat 40mg Tablet without your doctor's advice even if you feel better. Discontinuation of medication may increase the levels of uric acid, which may worsen your symptoms due to the formation of new crystals of urate in and around your joints and kidneys.
What are the things which I need to know while taking Wostat 40mg Tablet?
You should be aware that Wostat 40mg Tablet may cause serious heart problems, which can be life-threatening in some cases. The symptoms of heart problems include chest pain, shortness of breath or trouble breathing, dizziness, fainting, or feeling light-headed, rapid or irregular heartbeat. It may also cause numbness or weakness in one side of your body, slurring of speech, and sudden blurry vision, or a sudden severe headache. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
Can Wostat 40mg Tablet cause any liver problems?
Yes, Wostat 40mg Tablet use may cause liver problems. Your doctor may advise you to get regular blood tests done before and during treatment with Wostat 40mg Tablet to check how well your liver was working before and while taking this medicine. If you notice symptoms such as fatigue, pain, or tenderness on the right side of the abdomen for several days or longer, inform your doctor immediately. It may also cause changes in the color of urine (dark or tea-colored) and may make your skin or the white part of your eyes turn yellow (jaundice).
