Uloric (generic: febuxostat) is a prescription medication used to prevent gout attacks. Gout is a type of arthritis in which uric acid builds up in the joints and causes sudden attacks of redness, swelling, pain, and heat in one or more joints. Uloric belongs to a group of drugs called xanthine oxidase inhibitors. It works by decreasing the amount of uric acid that is made in the body.
Uloric comes in tablet form. It is taken once daily, with or without food.
Common side effects include nausea and joint pain.
Common side effects include:
- nausea
- joint pain
Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects with Uloric. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Uloric is a prescription medication used for the chronic (long-term) management of high blood uric acid levels in patients with gout.
This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.