Gouric Tablet 80mg

About Gouric Tablet 80mg

Gouric Tablet 80mg Uses

• Lowers high uric acid levels in chronic gout
• Prevents recurrent gout flare-ups over the long term
• Manages hyperuricemia in adults with a history of gout
• Used for tophi reduction in long-standing gout cases
• Supports uric acid control in patients who cannot use allopurinol

Gouric Tablet 80mg Benefits

• Once-daily dosing makes it easy to follow long term
• More potent uric acid lowering compared to standard allopurinol doses in some patients
• Can be used in mild to moderate kidney impairment with dose caution
• Reduces frequency and severity of future gout attacks with consistent use
• Available in both 40mg and 80mg strengths for dose flexibility

What Experts Say

Febuxostat is a xanthine oxidase inhibitor, meaning it blocks the enzyme responsible for producing uric acid in the body. By lowering uric acid levels in the blood, it prevents the sharp needle-like crystals that cause painful gout attacks from forming in and around the joints over time.

Doctors typically prescribe febuxostat for long-term control of chronic gout, not for treating a sudden flare-up that is already happening. It is often considered for patients who cannot tolerate allopurinol or whose uric acid levels remain high despite standard treatment, according to rheumatology guidelines and expert consensus.

Regular monitoring of uric acid levels and liver function is usually advised during treatment, since the dosage may need adjustment over time based on response. Consistent daily use, combined with dietary changes and adequate hydration, gives the best long-term results for people living with gout.

Drug Class

• Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor, Anti-Gout Agent

Gouric Tablet 80mg formula

• Febuxostat

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Gouric Tablet 80mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily, with or without food
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Take at the same time each day for consistent uric acid control
• Do not stop treatment abruptly even if a gout attack occurs early in therapy
• Follow up with your doctor for periodic uric acid and liver function tests

Drug Interactions

• Should not be taken with azathioprine or mercaptopurine
• May increase theophylline levels in the blood
• Use with caution alongside other medicines that affect liver enzymes
• Inform your doctor about all supplements and prescription medicines you take

Risks and warnings

• May initially trigger a gout flare-up when treatment first starts
• Not recommended in patients with certain heart conditions without medical review
• Use with caution in moderate to severe liver impairment
• Not advised for asymptomatic high uric acid without a gout diagnosis
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart attack or stroke
• Avoid use during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless advised by a doctor

Gouric Tablet 80mg Side Effects

• Nausea
• Joint pain or new gout flare during early treatment
• Abnormal liver function test results
• Rash or skin reactions
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Dizziness

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a dry place
• Keep in the original blister pack until ready to use
• Protect from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the printed expiry date