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Composition :

TERIFLUNOMIDE-14MG

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Apr-24

Therapeutic Class

IMMUNOMODULATORS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Other Info - MER0475

FAQs

Merosya 14 Tablet 10's works by decreasing inflammation and the action of immune cells that cause nerve damage.
Merosya 14 Tablet 10's may cause inflammation of the pancreas. Consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting or pain in the abdomen.
Avoid undergoing any vaccination while on treatment with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's and for six months after taking the last dose of it. Talk to the doctor if you are due to undergo any vaccinations.
Merosya 14 Tablet 10's may increase blood pressure. Your doctor may monitor blood pressure levels before and during the treatment.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is unknown if Merosya 14 Tablet 10's interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Teriflunomide belongs to pregnancy category X. Do not take Merosya 14 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or think you may be pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Teriflunomide may pass into breast milk. Your doctor will make a decision whether to discontinue nursing or the medicine, taking into account the importance of the medicine to the mother.

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Driving

Caution

Merosya 14 Tablet 10's may cause dizziness. So, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Merosya 14 Tablet 10's is not recommended in patients with severe liver impairment. If you have a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Merosya 14 Tablet 10's.

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Kidney

Caution

Do not take Merosya 14 Tablet 10's if you have a serious kidney problem which requires dialysis. If you have a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Merosya 14 Tablet 10's.

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Children

Caution

Merosya 14 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

About Merosya 14 Tablet 10's

Merosya 14 Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medicines called immunomodulatory agents indicated in the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease. Multiple sclerosis is a condition in which nerves do not function properly.
 
Merosya 14 Tablet 10's contains Teriflunomide, which works by decreasing inflammation and the action of immune cells that cause nerve damage. Thus, it helps treat multiple sclerosis.
 
In some cases, Merosya 14 Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, diarrhoea, and hair loss. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Do not take Merosya 14 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Merosya 14 Tablet 10's is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Inform the doctor about the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Uses of Merosya 14 Tablet 10's

Multiple sclerosis

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Medicinal Benefits

Merosya 14 Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medicines called immunomodulatory agents indicated in the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease. Merosya 14 Tablet 10's contains Teriflunomide, which works by protecting the central nervous system against attacks by the immune system by limiting the increase of lymphocytes (white blood cells). This helps limit the inflammation that leads to nerve damage in multiple sclerosis.

Directions for Use

Take the medicine as advised by the doctor. Treatment will be overseen by a doctor who is experienced in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.

Side Effects of Merosya 14 Tablet 10's

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Hair loss

Drug Warnings

Do not take Merosya 14 Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its components, teriflunomide or leflunomide; if you have severe liver disease, any serious condition that affects the immune system, bone marrow problems, low blood count, serious infection, serious kidney problem which requires dialysis, or hypoproteinaemia (low levels of protein). Inform the doctor if you have liver problems, high blood pressure, infection, diabetes, breathing problems, severe skin reactions, respiratory symptoms, tuberculosis, or peripheral neuropathy. Do not take Merosya 14 Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult the doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's. This medicine may cause serious or life-threatening liver damage that may require a liver transplant. The risk of liver damage may be increased in people taking other medications known to cause liver damage and in people who already have liver disease. Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms of liver problems such as nausea, vomiting, unusual bleeding or bruising, extreme tiredness, lack of energy, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, loss of appetite, yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark-coloured urine, or flu-like symptoms. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TeriflunomideClozapine
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TeriflunomideBudesonide
Severe

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TeriflunomideClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
When Clozapine is taken with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's it may increase the risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Clozapine with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, or muscle aches, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
TeriflunomideBudesonide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
When budesonide is used with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's, the risk of severe infections increases.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of budesonide along with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you develop a fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscular pains, shortness of breath, blood in sputum, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning during urination, consult a doctor as soon as possible. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomideMinocycline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Merosya 14 Tablet 10's with minocycline can increase the risk or severity of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Merosya 14 Tablet 10's and minocycline together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, light-coloured stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomideLenvatinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
Taking lenvatinib with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lenvatinib and Merosya 14 Tablet 10's together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, or bleeding, contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
TeriflunomideSorafenib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
Merosya 14 Tablet 10's may cause liver problems and using it with Sorafenib may increase that risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Sorafenib with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes call a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomideMethimazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
The combined use of Methimazole with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Methimazole with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact a doctor right away: fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, liver damage, or bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomideGemcitabine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
Combining Gemcitabine with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Gemcitabine and Merosya 14 Tablet 10's, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any of these symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle pain, difficulty breathing, weight loss, pain or burning when urinating, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, dark urine or bleeding contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomidePropylthiouracil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Merosya 14 Tablet 10's with propylthiouracil can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Propylthiouracil and Merosya 14 Tablet 10's, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain, itching, tiredness, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
TeriflunomideLisinopril
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
Taking Merosya 14 Tablet 10's with Lisinopril affects the liver and may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Lisinopril and Merosya 14 Tablet 10's, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact a doctor: liver problems, fever, feeling cold, joint discomfort, swelling, bruising, skin irritation, itching, not feeling hungry, tiredness, feeling sick, throwing up, stomach ache, dark urine, liver harm, or bleeding. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TeriflunomideEzetimibe
Severe
How does the drug interact with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's:
Merosya 14 Tablet 10's can cause higher levels of Ezetimibe in the blood by reducing its excretion rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ezetimibe with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ETHINYLESTRADIOL
  • LEVONORGESTREL
  • WARFARIN
  • ROSUVASTATIN

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Special Advise

  • Avoid undergoing any vaccination while on treatment with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's and for six months after you stop taking it.
  • You must not begin taking Merosya 14 Tablet 10's until you have taken a pregnancy test with negative results and your doctor tells you that you are not pregnant.
  • Women should use effective contraception during treatment with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's and for up to 2 years after the last dose.
  • Men with partners of reproductive potential must use reliable methods of contraception during treatment with Merosya 14 Tablet 10's.
  • Regular liver function tests are advised.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid heavily processed foods and saturated fats.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in the diet.
  • Try to stay active. Choose moderate exercises.
  • Quit smoking.
  • Prevent stress by doing meditation or yoga.

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