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

Description

Uriguard 40mg Tablets contain Febuxostat, a xanthine oxidase inhibitor used to manage chronic hyperuricemia associated with gout and uric acid kidney stones. By reducing uric acid levels in the blood, Uriguard 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

• Class: Xanthine oxidase inhibitor

💊 Dosage Form

• Form: Oral tablet

• Strength: 40mg

• Pack Size: 20 tablets

✅ Uses

Uriguard 40mg Tablets are indicated for:

• Chronic management of hyperuricemia in adults with gout

• Prevention of uric acid kidney stones

• Reduction of uric acid levels 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: If serum uric acid levels remain above target after 2 weeks, the dose may be increased to 80mg once daily 

⚠️ In Case of Overdose

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

• Action: Seek immediate medical attention; bring the medication packaging to assist healthcare providers 

⏳ Missed Dose

• Instructions: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it's almost time for your next dose. Do not double doses. 

💊 How to Use

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

• Consistency: Maintain regular dosing to ensure effectiveness

• Duration: Continue as prescribed, even if symptoms improve

🚫 When Not to Use

• Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to febuxostat or any component of the formulation

• Drug Interactions: Not recommended for use with azathioprine or mercaptopurine 

⚠️ Side Effects

Common Side Effects:

• Nausea

• Headache

• Rash

• Joint pain

• Gout flares 

Serious Side Effects:

• Liver problems (fatigue, loss of appetite, dark urine, jaundice)

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

• Severe skin reactions (blistering, peeling, rash) 

⚠️ Precautions & Warnings

• Monitoring: Regular liver function tests are recommended

• Hydration: Drink plenty of fluids to prevent kidney stones

• Prophylaxis: Consider co-administration with NSAIDs or colchicine to prevent gout flares during initial treatment 

💊 Drug Interactions

• Contraindicated: Azathioprine, mercaptopurine

• Caution: Use with other medications affecting uric acid levels only under medical supervision 

🗄️ Storage / Disposal

• Storage: Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light

• Disposal: Keep out of reach of children; dispose of unused medication properly

🛡️ Control Drug

• Prescription Status: Prescription-only medication

• Regulatory Status: Not a controlled substance

💡 Quick Tips

• Maintain a consistent dosing schedule

• Monitor for any side effects and report them to your healthcare provider

• Stay hydrated to support kidney health