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Lefmaa 20 Tablet

Lefmaa 20 Tablet

Leflunomide (20mg)

Ankaa Pharmaceutical
Arthritis
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About This Medicine

Product description & overview

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.

Active composition

Leflunomide 20 mg

About Leflunomide

Leflunomide is an immunomodulatory agent used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. It works by suppressing the immune system's activity, reducing inflammation and joint damage. Leflunomide is effective in improving joint function and alleviating symptoms. Common side effects may include diarrhea, nausea, and rash. In summary, Leflunomide is essential for managing autoimmune arthritis conditions.

How It Works

Leflunomide inhibits dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, reducing the proliferation of activated lymphocytes and thus decreasing inflammation.

Medicine Strength
20 mg

Dosage & How to Use

Dosage information not available. Please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Safety Advice

Important precautions

Side Effect Occurrence

Based on clinical trials and patient reports.

Overall Tolerance

Most patients tolerate well

Only 2.3% reported effects

Common Side Effects

Headache8%
Nausea5%
Dizziness3%
Fatigue2%
Rash1%
Higher
Lower

Safety Advice

Alcohol

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lefmaa 20 Tablet.

High Risk

Pregnancy

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

Driving

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

Liver

Lefmaa 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Regular Checkup

Breastfeeding

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

Kidney

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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