Lefmac 20mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Leflunomide (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Lefmac 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. It helps in slowing down the progression of the disease and provide relief from pain, swelling, and redness.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Lefmac 20mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly and at the same time each day to get the maximum benefit from it. Keep taking it as recommended by your doctor and complete the dose even if you feel better. Using this medicine may cause some common side effects such as nausea, headache, dyspepsia, rash, diarrhea, and increased liver enzymes. Consult with your doctor if any of these side effects do not go away with time or get worse. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms. To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Also, tell your doctor of all the other medicines you are taking. Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to check and make sure the medicine is not harming your liver or effecting your blood counts. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult with their doctors before taking the medicine.
Directions for Use
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. Lefmac 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Lefmac 20mg Tablet blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, swelling and redness associated with certain autoimmune diseases. It suppresses the underlying disease process rather than simply treating the disease.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Lefmac 20mg Tablet to control the symptoms and slow down the progression of rheumatoid arthritis. It will take 6-8 weeks for Lefmac 20mg Tablet to work. Hence keep taking the medicine. Get blood tests done every 4 weeks. This is to make sure that Lefmac 20mg Tablet is not harming your liver or blood counts. Avoid alcohol when taking Lefmac 20mg Tablet as it could harm your liver. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Lefmac 20mg Tablet. Lefmac 20mg Tablet may increase the risk of infection. Avoid being close to people with cold flu or other contagious illnesses. Tell your doctor if you experience nausea or diarrhea.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Lefmac 20mg Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Lefmac 20mg Tablet may cause a reduction in weight as a common side effect. However, the amount of weight loss is generally small.
When should patients notify their doctor?
Patients should inform their doctor if they experience any of the following symptoms: coughing, shortness of breath, or signs of infection (fever, weakness, and flu-like symptoms). They should also notify their doctor if they have allergic reactions (hives, rash), liver problems (yellowing of the skin), loss of appetite, or a decrease in blood cell count causing easy bruising. Additionally, patients should inform their doctor if they become pregnant during treatment.
Can I plan pregnancy after stopping Lefmac 20mg Tablet?
It may take at least two years for Lefmac 20mg Tablet to fully clear your system. However, certain medications can help shorten the time it takes to eliminate the drug from your body.
How long does it take to see improvement after starting Lefmac 20mg Tablet?
Lefmac 20mg Tablet may take several weeks or longer to show improvement. It can even take 4-6 months for full benefits. Therefore, the medicine should not be discontinued if there is no significant improvement.
Can Lefmac 20mg Tablet cause cancer?
There's a potential increase in the risk of some cancers, especially lymph node cancers, while taking Lefmac 20mg Tablet. However, this is very rare and linked to the weakening of the immune system caused by the medication.
