TOFACITINIB

Overview

TOFACITINIB is a Schedule H drug.
Tofacitinib works by blocking certain enzymes in the body that affect immune system function.
This medication is an enzyme inhibitor, prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis either alone or with other medications. It blocks certain substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Usage

TOFACITINIB is generally used to treat: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Psoriatic Arthritis
TOFACITINIB can address symptoms like: Joint Pain, Muscle Stiffness, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of Appetite, Weight Loss (unintentional)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

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

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

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not use tofacitinib if you have a serious infection.
  • You should not use tofacitinib if you are allergic to it.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not take tofacitinib in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Do not receive a "live" vaccine while using tofacitinib, and avoid coming into contact with anyone who has recently received a live vaccine. There is a chance that the virus could be passed on to you. Monitor complete blood counts, liver enzyme and lipid levels regularly while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

TOFACITINIB : Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Diarrhoea, Head Headache, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Throat Soreness, Body Pain, Chills, Cough, Dizziness, Fever, Loss Of Voice, Nervousness, Ear Pounding, Irregular Heartbeat, Fatigue (tiredness), Abdomen Pain, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

TOFACITINIB : Acute Liver Failure, Intestinal Perforation, Cancer, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Eyes Blurred Vision, Pain With Urination, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Breathing, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Lower Back Pain, Shortness Of Breath, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Night Sweats

Disease Interactions

TOFACITINIB can interfere with: Hepatitis, Intestinal Perforation, Acute Liver Failure, Bacterial Infection, Viral Inection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection, Acute Renal Failure, Latent Tuberculosis, Tuberculosis, Neutropenia, Hemoglobinopathy, Diabetes Mellitus, Intestinal Obstruction, Hyperlipidemia, Skin Cancer, Lymphoma

Technical Classification

TOFACITINIB is categorized as: ANTIRHEUMATICS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily73%
Once Daily23%

How long was it prescribed?

30 Days61%
60 Days22%
120 Days6%
10 Days6%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

12 to 18yrs4%
35 to 50yrs25%
50 to 60yrs46%
60 to 70yrs17%
70yrs and above8%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females76%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Rheumatologist100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

FOLVITE 5MG TAB39%
SHELCAL-HD TAB21%
FOLITRAX 10MG TAB18%
HCQS 200MG TAB18%
ADENOSYL OD TAB14%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

SGPT TEST (BIOCHEMISTRY)43%
CBC (HEMATOLOGY)29%
ESR (HEMATOLOGY)21%
SERUM CREATININE (SEROLOGY)18%
SGOT TEST (BIOCHEMISTRY)14%

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with TOFACITINIB as Ingredient

XELJANZ 5MG TABTOFACITINIB 5 MG