Lurafic® Tablets for Gout

Lurafic is a febuxostat tablet that lowers uric acid to help prevent gout flares. You can get Lurafic online with US delivery from Canada, even if you are paying without insurance. This page explains how the treatment works, who it suits, and how to use it safely.

What Lurafic Is and How It Works

Lurafic® contains febuxostat, a xanthine oxidase inhibitor. It reduces uric acid production, which helps lower serum urate and limit crystal buildup in joints. Levels may take time to decline, and gout flares can still occur early in therapy as deposits mobilize. Your prescriber may pair this medicine with flare prophylaxis during initiation.

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This therapy is intended for chronic management of hyperuricemia in adults with gout. It is not for asymptomatic hyperuricemia. A boxed warning notes increased risk of cardiovascular death compared with allopurinol; clinicians typically reserve febuxostat for patients who did not tolerate or did not respond to allopurinol.

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Who It’s For

This treatment may be considered for adults with gout who need sustained urate lowering. It can be appropriate when allopurinol is ineffective or not tolerated. People with established cardiovascular disease need careful discussion with a healthcare professional regarding risks and benefits before starting therapy.

If you have a history of severe cutaneous adverse reactions to urate-lowering drugs, liver disease, or you take drugs that strongly interact with xanthine oxidase inhibitors, your prescriber may advise a different approach. Lurafic from Canada is supplied to U.S. patients only against a valid prescription.

Some individuals also live with other inflammatory conditions. Your care team may manage those separately with agents such as Xeljanz Xr or, in psoriatic disease, Apremilast. These are not substitutes for urate-lowering therapy.

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Dosage and Usage

Follow the official label and your prescriber’s instructions. The medicine is taken once daily by mouth, with or without food. Healthcare professionals often start at a lower daily dose and may adjust after several weeks if serum urate remains above target. Many patients continue a separate gout-flare prophylaxis (such as low-dose colchicine or an NSAID) for several months after starting therapy to reduce flare risk.

One commonly used schedule begins at 40 mg daily and may increase to 80 mg daily if needed, based on urate response and clinical judgment. Do not change your dose on your own.

If you have kidney or liver impairment, your prescriber will decide whether adjustments or additional monitoring are appropriate. Keep routine lab appointments to check uric acid and liver enzymes.

Strengths and Forms

Lurafic is available as oral tablets, commonly in 40 mg and 80 mg strengths. Availability can vary by pharmacy partner and manufacturer.

These strengths support flexible titration so a clinician can tailor the regimen to your urate target. Packaging and tablet appearance may differ by supplier.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you miss a dose, take it when you remember the same day. If it is almost time for your next one, skip the missed dose and resume your normal schedule. Do not double up. Try to take your tablet at the same time each day to support consistent urate control.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store tablets in the original container with the lid closed. Keep them dry and away from excess heat and direct light. Place out of reach of children and pets. Do not use tablets past the labeled expiry date. When traveling, pack enough doses plus a small buffer in your carry-on. Bring a copy of your prescription and your prescriber’s contact information for security or customs if requested.

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Benefits

As a urate-lowering therapy, this medicine helps reduce the buildup of crystals that contribute to gout attacks. Taken daily, it aims to bring serum urate to a target range selected by your clinician. Oral tablets are simple to take, and the once-daily schedule supports adherence. The treatment may provide an option for people who did not tolerate allopurinol.

Side Effects and Safety

Common effects can include:

• Headache or dizziness
• Nausea
• Abnormal liver tests
• Joint pain during early treatment
• Rash or mild skin irritation

Serious reactions are uncommon but can include severe skin reactions, liver injury, and cardiovascular events. Seek urgent care for chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness on one side, severe rash, or signs of allergic reaction. Rare events like hypersensitivity and severe cutaneous reactions have been reported. If you notice skin changes, consult a clinician; see our Dermatology section for general skin-care resources.

A boxed warning highlights higher rates of cardiovascular death compared with allopurinol in a safety trial. Discuss your heart history with your prescriber. For heart-health education, you can also read World Heart Day 2025.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Tell your healthcare professional about all medicines and supplements you use. Febuxostat can dangerously raise levels of azathioprine or mercaptopurine; these combinations are generally avoided. Warfarin users may need closer INR monitoring. Theophylline may require caution. Limit alcohol, which can increase uric acid and trigger flares.

If you receive immunomodulators for other conditions, coordination is essential. People on agents like Xeljanz Xr or Apremilast should confirm compatibility and monitoring plans with their prescriber. Always review new medicines with your care team.

What to Expect Over Time

Urate levels tend to decline gradually with consistent daily use. Some patients experience early gout flares as deposits shift; this does not mean the therapy is failing. Staying on the prescribed schedule and continuing prophylaxis can help you get through the initial period. Over time, many people see fewer flares as serum urate stays near goal. Routine bloodwork helps track progress and safety.

Compare With Alternatives

Guideline-supported alternatives include allopurinol, the usual first-line xanthine oxidase inhibitor, and agents that increase uric acid excretion, such as probenecid. Your prescriber considers kidney function, prior reactions, and comorbidities when choosing a long-term plan. Uricase infusions may be used in select, difficult cases under specialist care.

Coverage, tolerability, and personal history with previous therapies often guide the choice among these options. Uloric out of pocket considerations and clinical risks are part of that discussion with your clinician.

Pricing and Access

We aim to make Canadian pricing transparent for U.S. patients. Lurafic tablets price varies by strength, pack size, and manufacturer. Start your order to see live availability and options. If you have a coupon, see our current Promotions. Ships from Canada to US is available after your prescription is validated.

For those paying cash, you can compare the cash-pay total with your local pharmacy. If your prescriber keeps you stable on a steady dose, multi-pack fills may reduce per-unit costs and cut down on refill trips.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can change based on manufacturer and pharmacy partner. If an item is unavailable, your prescriber may recommend an appropriate alternative. We cannot guarantee restock dates. Lurafic ships to US once your script is confirmed and the order is processed by a partner pharmacy.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This therapy may suit adults with gout who need urate control and who either did not tolerate allopurinol or whose urate remains above goal despite adherence. It may not suit those with certain liver problems or those taking azathioprine or mercaptopurine. People with cardiovascular disease require a careful risk–benefit conversation.

To save, consider 60- to 90-day supplies if your regimen is stable. Use refill reminders so you do not miss doses. Compare prices between strengths and pack sizes recommended by your prescriber, and keep follow-up visits to prevent avoidable flare costs. If you have questions about coverage, a clinician or pharmacist can help you weigh options.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• My gout history: is this the right urate goal for me?
• Safety: how will we monitor my liver enzymes and heart risks?
• Flares: how long should I use prophylaxis after starting?
• Interactions: are any of my current medicines a concern?
• Access: would a multi-month fill help reduce my overall costs?
• Travel: what documents should I carry with my medicine?

Authoritative Sources

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