- male
- 60 Years
- 29/01/2025
Can you tell me if taking febuxostat 40 would be okay instead of febutaz 40? Ive been taking febutaz 40mg for about 13 days now, but I ran out and the pharmacy near me only had febuxostat 40. They said its the same thing, but I just want to make sure its safe before switching. Is there any difference between the two?
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Those are exactly the same medicines , just with different brand names
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Answered 25/07/2025
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Medication Equivalence
Febuxostat and Febutaz are essentially the same medication, as Febutaz is a brand name for febuxostat 40 mg. -
Switching Brands
Switching between these brands is generally safe if the dosage is the same and prescribed by a doctor. -
Consultation Advice
Consult your prescribing physician or pharmacist before making any changes to ensure safety and proper monitoring. -
Health Considerations
Age and gender do not affect the equivalence, but overall health and kidney function should be considered by your doctor.
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