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Composition :

LEFLUNOMIDE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

TNT Lifesciences

Consume Type :

ORAL

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Not Returnable

About Leflodol 100mg Tablet

Leflodol 100mg 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). 

Leflodol 100mg 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 Leflodol 100mg Tablet at the same time every day as prescribed by your doctor. In some cases, Leflodol 100mg 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 Leflodol 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Leflodol 100mg Tablet may cause serious congenital disabilities. Leflodol 100mg Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Leflodol 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Leflodol 100mg Tablet as it could lead to increased dizziness and liver damage. Leflodol 100mg 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 Leflodol 100mg Tablet

Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis

Directions for Use

Take Leflodol 100mg Tablet with or without food. Swallow Leflodol 100mg Tablet as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Leflodol 100mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called anti-rheumatic agents used to relieve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Leflodol 100mg 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.

Storage

Keep Leflodol 100mg Tablet out of reach and sight of children.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Leflodol 100mg 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. Leflodol 100mg 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 Leflodol 100mg Tablet if you have/had serious infections like interstitial lung disease (inflammation of lungs), tuberculosis (TB), or pneumonia. Leflodol 100mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Leflodol 100mg Tablet may make you more susceptible to infections; notify the doctor if you develop infections, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding or bruising.

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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ANTIRHEUMATICS

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FAQs

Leflodol 100mg 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).

Leflodol 100mg 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 Leflodol 100mg Tablet. Take Leflodol 100mg 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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Special Advise

Regular blood tests to monitor your liver function after starting Leflodol 100mg Tablet, and for every 6-8 weeks are advised.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Rheumatoid arthritis: It is an auto-immune disease (where the body's immune system attacks its tissue) which leads to joint pain and damage. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include pain, inflammation of joints, difficulty in moving and swelling. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis have intense joint pain (especially knee joint) with stiffness. 

Psoriatic arthritis: Psoriatic arthritis is an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the skin (psoriasis) and joints (inflammatory arthritis). It mainly affects large joints in the lower extremities, distal joints of toes and fingers, back and pelvis. Symptoms include inflammation of joints, difficulty moving, swelling, patches of red, scaly skin and pain.

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