Phenylbutazone

Phenylbutazone is an anti-rheumatic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic remedy widely used in the treatment of rheumatisms, such as spondylitis, gout or rheumatoid arthritis, for example.

Phenylbutazone can be purchased in conventional pharmacies under the name of butazone or butazolindine, in the form of tablets.

Phenylbutazone price

The price of phenylbutazone is around 10 reais, however it can vary according to the quantity of pills in the product packaging.

Indications for phenylbutazone

Phenylbutazone is indicated for the treatment of episodes of ankylosing spondylitis, acute episodes of gout and pseudo gout, exacerbations of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

How to use phenylbutazone

The method of use of phenylbutazone usually consists of taking 2 to 3 tablets of 200 mg during the day. However, the dose must be adapted to each case by a rheumatologist or orthopedist and the treatment must not exceed 1 week.

Side effects of phenylbutazone

The main side effects of phenylbutazone include allergic reactions, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, stomach pain, headache, confusion, hepatitis, pancreatitis or nephritis.

Contraindications for phenylbutazone

Phenylbutazone is contraindicated for children under 14 years of age and patients with peptic ulcers, blood dyscrasias, clotting problems, heart failure, liver problems, severe renal failure, severe high blood pressure, thyroid problems or with hypersensitivity to pyrazole derivatives.