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Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Febuxostat
- Manufactured by : Getz Pharma (PVT) LTD.
- Drug Strength : 80 mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 20s
- Product SKU : pu_pg_25395_35382
Zurig tablet contains Febuxostat | belongs to Xanthine oxidase inhibitor
Alternate brands of Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s
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How it works
Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s works by inhibiting the production of uric acid in the body.
Uses of Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Gout
Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s is used in the treatment of gout which is a type of arthritis that causes severe pain, redness, and tenderness in joints,
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 1.5 hours.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 15 to 24 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
No clear data is available about the presence of this medicine in the human breast milk. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended in the patients with known history of allergy to Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s .
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.
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This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine. Breast-feeding
No clear data is available about the presence of this medicine in the human breast milk. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.
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Gout flare
Gout flares may occur after initiation of the treatment due to change in the serum uric acid levels. Discontinue the treatment until the symptoms completely subsided. Simultaneously gout flare prophylaxis with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or colchicine should be initiated for up to 6 months.
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Cardiovascular events
This medicine in not recommended in the patients with ischemic heart disease due to the risk of cardiovascular thromboembolic events like myocardial infarction, stroke.
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Impaired liver function
This medicine is known to cause liver failure. Obtain baseline of liver function tests before initiation of the treatment. The treatment should be discontinued if the alanine aminotransferase (ALT) is greater than 3 times the reference range.
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Impaired kidney function
This medicine should be used with caution in the patients with severe kidney injury (CrCl less than 30 ml/min).
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Asymptomatic hyperuricemia
This medicine is not recommended for use in the patients with asymptomatic hyperuricemia.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose should be skipped.
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Overdose
Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of overdose may include a change in pulse rates, severe drowsiness, confusion, vomiting, hallucinations, convulsions, and fainting. Immediate medical intervention may be required if the overdose symptoms are severe.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Azathioprine severe
- Theophylline moderate
General Instructions
Take Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. The treatment should be started at lower doses and increase the dose gradually based on the response. Do not stop taking this medicine without informing your doctor.
References
- practo.com - Febuxostat [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/febuxostat-113-api [cited 21 september 2019]. 18 Apr 2017
- medlineplus.gov - Febuxostat [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a609020.html [cited 21 september 2019]. 11 September 2019
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - Febuxostat [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=54de10ef-fe5f-4930-b91d-6bbb04c664bd#section-8.1 [cited 21 september 2019]. February 28, 2019
what are the adverse effects of Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s?
Deranged LFTs, GI upset, headache, rash.
What happens if I miss a dose of Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s?
Adults: 80 mg once daily, increasing to 120 mg once daily if serum uric acid gt;357 micro moles per litre after 2-4 wk. Children: Not recommended.
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Zurig tablet 80 mg 20’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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