Lefrhum 10mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Rhumasafe Pharmaceutical
Salt Composition
Leflunomide (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Lefrhum 10mg 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
Lefrhum 10mg 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. Lefrhum 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Lefrhum 10mg 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 Lefrhum 10mg Tablet to control the symptoms and slow down the progression of rheumatoid arthritis. It will take 6-8 weeks for Lefrhum 10mg Tablet to work. Hence keep taking the medicine. Get blood tests done every 4 weeks. This is to make sure that Lefrhum 10mg Tablet is not harming your liver or blood counts. Avoid alcohol when taking Lefrhum 10mg Tablet as it could harm your liver. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Lefrhum 10mg Tablet. Lefrhum 10mg 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
Does Lefrhum 10mg Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, Lefrhum 10mg Tablet may cause weight loss as a common side effect. However, the amount of weight loss is usually minimal.
When should patients notify their doctor?
Patients should contact their doctor if they experience any of the following: lung problems such as cough or shortness of breath; signs of infection like fever, weakness, and flu-like symptoms; allergic reactions like hives, rashes; liver problems such as yellowing of skin, loss of appetite; decreased blood cell count leading to easy bruising and recurrent infections. Additionally, patients should inform their doctor if they become pregnant while taking Lefrhum 10mg Tablet.
Can I plan pregnancy after stopping Lefrhum 10mg Tablet?
Lefrhum 10mg Tablet can remain in your system for a long time. Therefore, you should not attempt to conceive for at least two years after stopping the medication. It might be possible to reduce this time to a few weeks by using certain drugs that help accelerate Lefrhum 10mg Tablet removal from your body.
How long does it take to see improvement after starting Lefrhum 10mg Tablet?
Lefrhum 10mg Tablet may take about four weeks or longer to show improvement in the condition. Full benefits might take up to six months.
Can Lefrhum 10mg Tablet cause cancer?
Although rare, Lefrhum 10mg Tablet may increase the risk of lymph system cancers. This is likely caused by weakened immune function resulting from the medication. Discuss any concerns with your doctor.
