Issues for surgery
For gout – risk of perioperative flare if omitted.
For renal stones – risk of recurrence / exacerbation if omitted.
Advice in the perioperative period
Elective and emergency surgery
Continue.
Post-operative advice
Restart post-operatively as soon as next dose is due.
Interactions with common anaesthetic agents
None.
Interactions with other common medicines used in the perioperative period
None.
Further information
None relevant.
References
Baxter K, Preston CL (eds), Stockley’s Drug Interactions (online) London: Pharmaceutical Press. http://www.medicinescomplete.com [Accessed on 24th January 2024]
Joint Formulary Committee. British National Formulary (online) London: BMJ Group and Pharmaceutical Press. http://www.medicinescomplete.com [Accessed on 24th January 2024]
Summary of Product Characteristics – Febuxostat 120mg film-coated tablets. Rivopharm UK Ltd. Accessed via www.medicines.org.uk 24/01/24 [date of revision of the text June 2023]