LEFLUNOMIDE

Overview

LEFLUNOMIDE is a Schedule H drug.
Leflunomide affects the immune system and reduces swelling and inflammation in the body. Leflunomide is used to treat the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.

Usage

LEFLUNOMIDE is generally used to treat: Rheumatoid Arthritis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Dangerous – Studies indicate Human-Fetal Risk

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of immune system disorders, infection, cancer, blood disorders, heart, lung, kidney, liver diseases, alcohol abuse, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid vaccination, alcohol consumption while taking this medication. It may affect blood clot events, avoid bruising or injury. TB test should be done before the treatment.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LEFLUNOMIDE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

LEFLUNOMIDE : Alopecia, Bronchitis, Hypertension, Pruritus, Rhinitis, De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Fever, Head Headache, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Tightness, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Chest Pain, Loose Motion, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

LEFLUNOMIDE : Cough, Hair Loss, Chest Pain, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination

Rare Side-Effects

LEFLUNOMIDE : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

LEFLUNOMIDE can interfere with: Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Primary Immunodeficiency, Diabetes Mellitus, Peripheral Neuropathy, Acute Renal Failure, Latent Tuberculosis, Tuberculosis, Hypertension

Technical Classification

LEFLUNOMIDE is categorized as:
  • ANTIRHEUMATICS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS
  • SELECTIVE IMMUNOSUPPRESSANTS / IMMUNOSUPPRESSIVE AGENTS / IMMUNOLOGIC AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with LEFLUNOMIDE as Ingredient

ARAVA 10MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 10 MG
ARAVA 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20 MG
CLEFT 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20.0 MG
CLEFT TAB 10MGLEFLUNOMIDE 10 MG
DM LEF 10MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 10.0 MG
DM LEF 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20.0 MG
LEFLUNOMIDE 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20.0 MG
LEFNO 5MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 5.0 MG
LEFNO TAB 10MGLEFLUNOMIDE 10 MG
LEFNO TAB 20MGLEFLUNOMIDE 20 MG
LEFRA TAB 10MGLEFLUNOMIDE 10 MG
LEFRA TAB 20MGLEFLUNOMIDE 20 MG
LEFRHUM 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20.0 MG
LEFRON 10MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 10.0 MG
LEFRON 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20.0 MG
LEFUMA 10MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 10 MG
LEFUMA 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20 MG
LEFUMIDE 10MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 10.0 MG
LEFUMIDE 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20.0 MG
LEFUMIDE FC-TAB 20MGLEFLUNOMIDE 20 MG
RUMALEF 100MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 100.0 MG
RUMALEF 10MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 10 MG
RUMALEF 20MG TABLEFLUNOMIDE 20 MG