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Composition :

LEFLUNOMIDE-20MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sanofi India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIRHEUMATICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

CT Survey No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072.
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Arava 20 mg Tablet is a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) which stops DNA (genetic material) of the provoked immune system cells required for its survival. Thereby, helps in treating inflammation, redness, and swelling at the damaged site (especially joint).

Arava 20 mg Tablet may cause diarrhoea. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It might take 4-6 weeks before you notice any benefit. In some cases, it might also take 6 months for you to feel the full effect of Arava 20 mg Tablet . Take Arava 20 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed to treat your condition effectually.

Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, weak immune system and serious infections like pneumonia, or tuberculosis (TB).

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Alcohol

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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Arava 20 mg Tablet . Alcohol intake, along with Arava 20 mg Tablet , may cause liver disease.

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Pregnancy

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It is not recommended to take Arava 20 mg Tablet while you are pregnant. Arava 20 mg Tablet may cause serious birth defects.

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Breast Feeding

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It is not recommended to take Arava 20 mg Tablet while you are breastfeeding. Arava 20 mg Tablet passes into breast milk.

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Driving

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Arava 20 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment before taking Arava 20 mg Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment before taking Arava 20 mg Tablet .

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Children

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Arava 20 mg Tablet is not approved for children under the age of 18 years.

About Arava 20 mg Tablet

Arava 20 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called 'anti-rheumatic agents' used to relieve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue) which leads to joint pain and damage. Psoriatic arthritis is a kind of inflammatory arthritis which occurs in patients with psoriasis (red patches of skin with silvery scales). 

Arava 20 mg Tablet contains 'Leflunomide' an isoxazole immunomodulatory agent which works by blocking the formation of genetic material, i.e. DNA required for survival of replicating (dividing) cells of the immune system. As a result, it suppresses the activated immune system to reduce pain, inflammation and swelling. 

Take Arava 20 mg Tablet at the same time every day as prescribed by your doctor. In some cases, Arava 20 mg Tablet may cause common side-effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, stomach pain, indigestion, rash, and hair loss. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Arava 20 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Arava 20 mg Tablet may cause serious congenital disabilities. Arava 20 mg Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Arava 20 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Arava 20 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness and liver damage. Arava 20 mg Tablet may make you more susceptible to infections; consult your doctor if you develop any signs of infections such as fever, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding or bruising.

Uses of Arava 20 mg Tablet

Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis

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Medicinal Benefits

Arava 20 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called anti-rheumatic agents used to relieve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Arava 20 mg Tablet is a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARDs) which inhibits an enzyme called dihydroorotate dehydrogenase and has antiproliferative activity (suppresses the cell growth). Thereby, helps in treating inflammation, redness, and swelling.

Directions for Use

Take Arava 20 mg Tablet with or without food. Swallow Arava 20 mg Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Arava 20 mg Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Rash
  • Hair loss

Drug Warnings

Do not take Arava 20 mg Tablet if you are allergic to leflunomide, have severe liverkidney problems, low levels of protein in the blood, immune system problems, bone marrow problems, or serious infections. Arava 20 mg Tablet is not recommended to be used in pregnant women, lactating mothers and people below 18 years of age. Talk to your doctor before taking Arava 20 mg Tablet if you have/had serious infections like interstitial lung disease (inflammation of lungs), tuberculosis (TB), or pneumonia. Arava 20 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Arava 20 mg Tablet may make you more susceptible to infections; notify the doctor if you develop infections, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding or bruising.

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How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
Using Arava 20 mg Tablet together with Corticorelin may raise the risk of severe infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Arava 20 mg Tablet with Corticorelin together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, difficulty breathing, weight loss, or pain while urinating, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
When Meloxicam and Arava 20 mg Tablet are taken together, can increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Arava 20 mg Tablet and Meloxicam, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, light stools, and skin or eye yellowing, decreased hunger, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to the doctor.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
Taking Arava 20 mg Tablet and lenvatinib can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Arava 20 mg Tablet with Lenvatinib together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience fever, feeling cold, joint discomfort, swelling, bruising, skin irritation, itching, not feeling hungry, tiredness, feeling sick, stomach ache, dark urine, liver harm, or bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
Arava 20 mg Tablet can cause liver problems, and combining it with other drugs, such as binimetinib, can raise the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Arava 20 mg Tablet and Caspofungin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, contact your doctor right away. These symptoms include liver problems, fever, rash, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, stomach pain, unusual bleeding or bruising, feeling tired, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of divalproex and Arava 20 mg Tablet can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between divalproex and Arava 20 mg Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of tizanidine and Arava 20 mg Tablet can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tizanidine and Arava 20 mg Tablet together can lead to an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
Enalapril has the potential to cause liver damage; this effect can be increased by the coadministration of medications that affect the liver, such as Arava 20 mg Tablet. This effect can be seen even long after discontinuing Arava 20 mg Tablet as it stays in your blood longer.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Enalapril together with Arava 20 mg Tablet may possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience signs and symptoms of liver damage like fever, chills, unusual bleeding, dark-coloured urine, light colour stools, yellowish discolouration of skin and eyes, and abdominal pain. It is advised not to consume alcohol while using these medications as it may increase the damage o the liver. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
The use of Arava 20 mg Tablet together with Cabazitaxel may raise the risk of severe infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Cabazitaxel with Arava 20 mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any symptoms like infection, sore throat, diarrhea, muscle pain, weight loss, fever, or difficulty breathing, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any discomfort or burning while urinating, let your doctor know. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Piroxicam and Arava 20 mg Tablet can increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Arava 20 mg Tablet and Piroxicam, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, fatigue, lack of hunger, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Arava 20 mg Tablet:
Combining Imatinib with Arava 20 mg Tablet may raise the risk serious infections. Rarely, these medications could potentially harm the liver.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Arava 20 mg Tablet with Imatinib can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any symptoms- fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pains, breathing difficulty, blood in the coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, swelling, body sores, or discomfort or burning when urinating, exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, light stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, unusual bleeding or bruising, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

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Special Advise

Regular blood tests to monitor your liver function after starting Arava 20 mg Tablet , and for every 6-8 weeks are advised.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles and relieves joint stiffness. Gentle activities like 20-30minutes of walking or swimming would be helpful.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving joint flexibility and pain management.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.
  • Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

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