Arava
EQUIVALENT US BRAND NAME: Arava
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We will deliver the Indian brand medicine based on availability.
Leflunomide is a medication primarily used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and psoriatic arthritis. Here’s an overview of the information you requested:
Product Introduction:
- Brand Name: Leflunomide is commonly sold under the brand name Arava.
- Formulation: It is available in tablet form for oral administration.
Uses:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Leflunomide is used to treat the symptoms of RA, including joint pain, swelling, and stiffness.
- Psoriatic Arthritis: It is also used to manage the symptoms of psoriatic arthritis, a type of arthritis that affects some people with psoriasis.
Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory: Leflunomide helps reduce inflammation in the joints, thereby relieving pain and improving mobility.
- Disease-modifying: It is classified as a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD), which means it can slow down the progression of joint damage in conditions like RA.
Side Effects:
- Common Side Effects: These may include diarrhea, nausea, hair loss, elevated liver enzymes, and skin rash.
- Serious Side Effects: Some patients may experience severe liver problems, bone marrow suppression, or lung problems. It may also increase the risk of infections.
Safety Advice:
- Pregnancy: Leflunomide can cause birth defects and should not be used during pregnancy. Women of childbearing age should use reliable contraception during treatment and for a certain period afterward.
- Liver Monitoring: Regular monitoring of liver function is necessary during treatment with leflunomide.
- Blood Pressure: Some patients may experience increases in blood pressure while taking this medication.
- Avoid Alcohol: Alcohol consumption should be limited or avoided due to potential liver toxicity.
Interaction with Drugs:
- Warfarin: Leflunomide may increase the anticoagulant effect of warfarin, leading to an increased risk of bleeding.
- Methotrexate: Concurrent use with methotrexate may increase the risk of liver toxicity.
- Teriflunomide: The active metabolite of leflunomide is teriflunomide, which has a long half-life. Therefore, caution is advised when switching between leflunomide and teriflunomide or when using other medications that are metabolized by the same pathways.
More Information:
For more detailed information and any updates on leflunomide, you can refer to the Leflunomide page on MedlinePlus.
It’s essential to consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice and guidance regarding the use of leflunomide, especially considering individual health conditions and potential interactions with other medications.
Note :
- Do not put the quantity above 30 days. (eg. if prescription is 2 pills per day then you can purchase one month of supply of 60 pills)
- We will deliver medicine of Indian brand within 30 days of supply.
- Prescription and ID are required to purchase each Month of supply.
- If a doctor writes 30 days of medicines with 3 times refills then you can use the same prescription for 3 consecutive months for purchasing medicine using reorder option and uploading the same prescription and your ID 3 times.