Febuxostat
Uloric (febuxostat) is a prescription medication used to lower uric acid levels in adults with gout. It belongs to a class of drugs called xanthine oxidase inhibitors and is typically prescribed when other gout medications have not been effective. The medication helps reduce the frequency of gout attacks and the risk of complications from excess uric acid.
Uloric is a gout medication that lowers uric acid levels by inhibiting its production in the body.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 834236
- Generic
- Uloric
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Uloric is used to treat chronic gout in adults, helping to lower high uric acid levels that cause painful gout attacks, tophi (uric acid deposits), and joint damage.
Uloric works by inhibiting xanthine oxidase, an enzyme involved in producing uric acid. By blocking this enzyme, the medication reduces the amount of uric acid produced by the body.
Uloric is not for acute gout attacks and may initially increase attack frequency. It can affect liver function and may cause serious cardiovascular events. Patients should stay hydrated and have uric acid levels monitored regularly. Do not stop taking without consulting a doctor.
Official drug label
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