Uloric
Formulated to alleviate chronic high uric acid and intended to support patients with gout.
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Febuxostat
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 40 · 80mg
Uloric details
- Conditions
- Hyperuricaemia · Gout
- Alternative names
- Adenuric
- Therapeutic class
- Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor
- Pharmacological class
- Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor liver function; watch for cardiac symptoms
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache
- Moderate side effects
- gout flares; elevated liver enzymes
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Takeda
- Onset Time
- varies
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- Azathioprine; Mercaptopurine
- Age restrictions
- Not for paediatric use.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to febuxostat; ischaemic heart disease; congestive heart failure
Serious side effects
serious cardiovascular events, requires immediate medical attention; severe skin reactions, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Formulated to alleviate chronic high uric acid and intended to support patients with gout.
Mechanism of action
Uloric works as a potent xanthine oxidase inhibitor, reducing the production of uric acid in the body, thereby preventing the formation of urate crystals in joints.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use with caution if benefit outweighs risk. Breastfeeding: Advised to avoid.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Uloric
Uloric is a Takeda-manufactured formulation of febuxostat, used in the management of hyperuricaemia and gout. Also sold under the name Adenuric, this medication comes as a tablet in 40mg and 80mg strengths. Many users select these specific doses as part of their routine care for elevated blood uric levels.
Buying Uloric online
Uloric is registered across 13 markets including Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines, with availability also in Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea. Generic febuxostat, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand. Such options ensure that expats and local residents can maintain consistent access to their supplies regardless of their proximity to retail outlets.