Common side effects of Uloric (febuxostat) may include:
· gout flares, joint pain;
· nausea;
· mild rash; or
· abnormal liver function tests.
The above side effects should not alarm you.
Serious side effects of Uloric (febuxostat) may include:
- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out.
If you have any of the above side effects, contact your doctor right away.
Please note this is not a complete list of side effects. Not everyone experiences side effects; they are not guaranteed. If you do have side effects and they become unmanageable, consult your doctor about alternate medications.
Contact your doctor if you notice signs of…
heart attack symptoms - chest pain or pressure, pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, fast heartbeats, shortness of breath;
liver problems - stomach pain (upper right side), unusual tiredness, dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes); or
stroke - sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), sudden severe headache, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance.