Tofatas Tablet is used to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and ulcerative colitis.

Introduction:
Tofatas Tablet may be prescribed by itself or in combination with another medicine. The tablets can be taken with or without food and it is best to take them at the same time each day. Your dose will depend on your condition and what other medicines you are taking. You should use it as your doctor tells you to. Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to because your condition could get worse.

Dosage Form:
Tablet

How to 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. Tofatas Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How it Works:
Tofatas Tablet is a Janus kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking the action of the enzyme Janus kinase. This decreases the activity of the immune system and inflammation associated with rheumatic diseases and ulcerative colitis.

Quick Tips:

• Tofatas Tablet can make it a bit harder for people to fight off infections. Inform your doctor if you have symptoms of an infection such as fever, chills, cough, and muscle aches.
• Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function, kidney function, blood counts, or cholesterol levels.
• Your doctor may get TB (tuberculosis) skin test and a chest X-ray before starting treatment with this medication.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

FAQs:

• Can I take Tofatas Tablet if I have liver problems?
  It is essential to consult your doctor if you have liver problems before starting Tofatas Tablet. This is because Tofatas Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes in some cases. Your liver function needs to be investigated before starting Tofatas Tablet. Although, Tofatas Tablet can be given to patients with mild to moderate liver function impairment, it should not be prescribed to patients with severe liver impairment.


• Can Tofatas Tablet cause cancer?
  Tofatas Tablet may increase the risk of developing certain cancers, such as lymphoma and other cancers including skin cancers, by affecting the functioning of the immune system. Therefore, it is crucial to inform your doctor if you have ever had or have any type of cancer.


• What is Tofatas Tablet used for?
  Tofatas Tablet is approved for use in people with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, an inflammatory disease of the joints. It is used if previous therapy did not work well or did not suit the patient. However, it can also be used earlier in treatment if the person does not respond well to the prescribed drugs. It can be used alone or together with some other medicines, such as methotrexate.


• How long does it take for Tofatas Tablet to start working?
  Tofatas Tablet usually takes about 2 to 8 weeks before you start feeling better, and it can take 3 to 6 months to feel the maximum effect of this medication.


• Do I need to get any investigations done before starting Tofatas Tablet?
  You may need to get your blood tests done before you start Tofatas Tablet or while you are taking it. Blood tests are done to check if you have a low red blood cell count (anemia), low white blood cell count (neutropenia or lymphopenia), high blood fat (cholesterol) or high levels of liver enzymes. It also helps to ensure that treatment with Tofatas Tablet is not causing problems. In addition to this, your doctor may advise you to get tested for tuberculosis before starting Tofatas Tablet, as using Tofatas Tablet may make an existing infection worse.


• Can Tofatas Tablet cause infections?
  Tofatas Tablet is a medicine that affects your immune system. This may reduce your ability to fight infection and may increase the risk of getting a serious infection, including tuberculosis. It may also include infections caused by severe fungal, bacterial or viral infections that spread through the body. In some cases, these infections can be life-threatening and may even cause death. Hence, it is advised to treat these infections in a hospital.


• If I am already taking tocilizumab, can I take Tofatas Tablet?
  No, you should not take tocilizumab along with Tofatas Tablet. Tofatas Tablet affects the immune system, so you should avoid taking it with any other immunity-affecting medicine. Taking both medicines together can further increase the risk of infection and may lead to further complications.