Urigo 40mg Tablets (20 Tablets) – Effective Management of Gout and Hyperuricemia

 Product Description

Urigo 40mg Tablets contain Febuxostat, a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used to manage chronic hyperuricemia associated with gout and uric acid kidney stones. By lowering uric acid levels in the blood, Urigo helps prevent gout attacks, kidney stone formation, and complications linked to elevated uric acid.

🧪 Ingredients

• Active Ingredient: Febuxostat 40mg per tablet

• Inactive Ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose, sodium croscarmellose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate

💊 Drug Class

• Xanthine oxidase inhibitor

💊 Dosage Form

• Oral tablet

• Strength: 40mg

• Pack Size: 20 tablets

✅ Uses

Urigo 40mg Tablets are indicated for:

• Chronic management of hyperuricemia in adults with gout

• Prevention of uric acid kidney stones

• Reduction of uric acid in patients undergoing chemotherapy or at risk of tumor lysis syndrome

💊 Dosage

• Recommended Dose: 40mg once daily

• Administration: Swallow the tablet whole with or without food

• Adjustment: Dose may be increased to 80mg once daily if uric acid levels remain above target after 2 weeks

⚠️ In Case of Overdose

• Symptoms: Dizziness, nausea, vomiting, headache, or abnormal liver function

• Action: Seek immediate medical attention and bring the medication packaging

⏳ Missed Dose

• Take the missed dose as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose

• Do not double the next dose

💊 How to Use

• Take once daily, preferably at the same time each day

• Maintain regular dosing even if symptoms improve

• Continue treatment as prescribed by your healthcare provider

🚫 When Not to Use (Contraindications)

• Hypersensitivity to febuxostat or any tablet ingredient

• Concomitant use with azathioprine or mercaptopurine

• Severe liver impairment

⚠️ Side Effects

Common:

• Nausea

• Headache

• Rash

• Joint pain

• Gout flare

Serious:

• Liver dysfunction (fatigue, jaundice, dark urine)

• Heart-related issues (chest pain, shortness of breath)

• Severe skin reactions (blistering, peeling, rash)

⚠️ Precautions & Warnings

• Regular liver function monitoring is recommended

• Drink plenty of fluids to prevent kidney stones

• Consider prophylactic NSAIDs or colchicine to prevent gout flares during initial treatment

💊 Drug Interactions

• Contraindicated with azathioprine or mercaptopurine

• Use caution with other medications affecting uric acid levels

🗄️ Storage / Disposal

• Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight

• Keep out of reach of children

• Dispose of unused medication safely; do not flush

🛡️ Control Drug

• Prescription-only medication

• Not a controlled substance

💡 Quick Tips

• • Take at the same time each day for consistent results

  • Stay hydrated to support kidney health

  • Monitor for side effects and report to your healthcare provider