Igufighter Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARD) used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue) which leads to joint pain and damage. Rheumatoid arthritis is characterised by loss of joint function, progressive bone destruction, and joint synovitis (inflammation of the joints).
 
Igufighter Tablet contains 'Iguratimod', which inhibits the production of immunoglobulins and inflammatory cytokines. It inhibits osteoclast differentiation and bone resorption thereby stimulates bone metabolism. Igufighter Tablet provides relief from pain and inflammation by inhibiting cyclooxygenase-2, an enzyme that is responsible for pain and inflammation. 
 
You are advised to take Igufighter Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as stomach pain, dizziness, headache, itchiness, nausea, and vomiting. 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.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Igufighter Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Limited information is available regarding the usage of Igufighter Tablet in children, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Igufighter Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARD) used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Igufighter Tablet inhibits the production of immunoglobulins and inflammatory cytokines. It inhibits osteoblastic differentiation and osteoclastogenesis (formation of bone-resorbing cells), thereby exerting an anabolic effect on bone metabolism. Igufighter Tablet provides relief from pain and inflammation by inhibiting cyclooxygenase-2, an enzyme that is responsible for pain and inflammation. 

Do not take Igufighter Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have any health/disease conditions. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Igufighter Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Limited information is available regarding the usage of Igufighter Tablet in children, so please consult a doctor. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription, non-prescription drugs or herbal products before starting Igufighter Tablet.

• Performing yoga may 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.

Rheumatoid arthritis: It is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue) that leads to joint pain and damage. It is a long-term/chronic disorder that gradually worsens over time. Rheumatoid arthritis is characterised by loss of joint function, progressive bone destruction, and joint synovitis (inflammation of the joints). Genetic, immune, and environmental factors are the causes of rheumatoid arthritis. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include pain, swelling, stiffness, deformities and loss of joint function.