
Leflunomide (20mg)
Active composition
Leflunomide inhibits dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, reducing the proliferation of activated lymphocytes and thus decreasing inflammation.
Medical applications
Lefmaa 20 Tablet contains Leflunomide 20 mg, a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) primarily indicated for the treatment of active rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Leflunomide exerts its therapeutic effect by inhibiting dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, an enzyme involved in pyrimidine synthesis, thereby reducing the proliferation of activated lymphocytes responsible for inflammation and joint damage. This immunomodulatory action helps to alleviate symptoms such as joint pain, swelling, and stiffness, and may slow the progression of structural joint damage. Lefmaa 20 is typically prescribed as part of a comprehensive treatment plan and may be used alone or in combination with other disease-modifying agents. Patients should be monitored regularly for liver function, blood cell counts, and signs of infection due to potential adverse effects including hepatotoxicity, immunosuppression, and gastrointestinal disturbances. Leflunomide is contraindicated in pregnancy due to teratogenicity and requires effective contraception during treatment and for an extended period after discontinuation. Dose adjustments may be necessary in patients with hepatic impairment. Lefmaa 20 Tablet should be administered under medical supervision with adherence to recommended guidelines to optimize therapeutic outcomes and minimize risks.
How to use Lefmaa Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lefmaa 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Important precautions
Based on clinical trials and patient reports.
Overall Tolerance
Common Side Effects
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lefmaa 20 Tablet.
High Risk
Lefmaa 20 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Medical Advice
Lefmaa 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Exercise Caution
Lefmaa 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Regular Checkup
Lefmaa 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Consult Doctor
Lefmaa 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lefmaa 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Leflunomide (20mg)
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Active composition
Leflunomide inhibits dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, reducing the proliferation of activated lymphocytes and thus decreasing inflammation.
Medical applications
Lefmaa 20 Tablet contains Leflunomide 20 mg, a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) primarily indicated for the treatment of active rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Leflunomide exerts its therapeutic effect by inhibiting dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, an enzyme involved in pyrimidine synthesis, thereby reducing the proliferation of activated lymphocytes responsible for inflammation and joint damage. This immunomodulatory action helps to alleviate symptoms such as joint pain, swelling, and stiffness, and may slow the progression of structural joint damage. Lefmaa 20 is typically prescribed as part of a comprehensive treatment plan and may be used alone or in combination with other disease-modifying agents. Patients should be monitored regularly for liver function, blood cell counts, and signs of infection due to potential adverse effects including hepatotoxicity, immunosuppression, and gastrointestinal disturbances. Leflunomide is contraindicated in pregnancy due to teratogenicity and requires effective contraception during treatment and for an extended period after discontinuation. Dose adjustments may be necessary in patients with hepatic impairment. Lefmaa 20 Tablet should be administered under medical supervision with adherence to recommended guidelines to optimize therapeutic outcomes and minimize risks.
How to use Lefmaa Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lefmaa 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Important precautions
Based on clinical trials and patient reports.
Overall Tolerance
Common Side Effects
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lefmaa 20 Tablet.
High Risk
Lefmaa 20 Tablet is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Medical Advice
Lefmaa 20 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Exercise Caution
Lefmaa 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Regular Checkup
Lefmaa 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Consult Doctor
Lefmaa 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lefmaa 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular Checkup
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