Uloric is a prescribed drug used to prevent gout attacks by reducing uric acid levels in the body. This eMedTV Web article describes how the medicine works, offers dosing information, and explains what you should know before starting treatment.
Common side effects of Uloric may include nausea and joint pain. This article from the eMedTV Web site describes the potential side effects of this drug in more detail, including a list of serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.
As this eMedTV article explains, Uloric is a medication that is used to prevent high uric acid levels in adults who have gout. This resource takes a detailed look the uses of Uloric, including information on how it works and possible "off-label" uses.
The recommended starting dosage of Uloric is typically 40 mg once daily. This page from eMedTV Web archives takes an in-depth look at this drug's dosing guidelines, including tips on when and how to effectively use this gout medication.
Drug interactions may occur when certain medicines are taken with Uloric. This eMedTV resource offers more information on these interactions, including which medicines may interact with Uloric and the negative effects of these interactions.
Uloric can increase your liver enzymes and may increase your risk for heart problems. This eMedTV Web segment contains other important warnings and precautions for Uloric, and also discusses what to tell your doctor before starting the medication.
If you think you have taken too much Uloric (febuxostat), seek immediate medical attention. This eMedTV Web resource takes a closer look at the effects of an overdose, and describes possible treatment options that are available.
It is not known if it is safe to use Uloric (febuxostat) during pregnancy. As this eMedTV page explains, animal studies on pregnancy and Uloric show that the drug may cause problems in the fetus, such as decreased survival rates and body weights.
This eMedTV page explains that it is not known if Uloric (febuxostat) passes through breast milk in humans. This article further discusses breastfeeding and Uloric, explaining why it is probably best for women to avoid this medication while breastfeeding.
A patent currently prevents any generic Uloric (febuxostat) from being manufactured. This eMedTV page explains when a generic version of Uloric may become available and describes the difference between a generic name and a generic version of a drug.
