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Lefvaz 10 mg Tablets

Lefvaz 10 mg Tablets

*To be consumed as directed by physician.

Therapies:

Rheumatology

Composition:

Each Lefvaz 10 mg Tablet contains Leflunomide 10 mg.

About Lefvaz 10 mg Tablets

Lefvaz contains leflunomide, a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) prescribed for adults with active rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition in which the immune system attacks the joints, causing symptoms such as pain, swelling and stiffness. If inflammation remains active, it can also damage joint structures over time.

Leflunomide works by inhibiting dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, an enzyme involved in the body’s production of pyrimidines. This can limit the proliferation of activated lymphocytes, immune cells involved in the inflammatory process. By helping control disease activity, leflunomide may reduce signs and symptoms, inhibit structural joint damage and improve physical function. It is not a general pain reliever or a cure for rheumatoid arthritis, and treatment requires medical supervision and monitoring.

Lefvaz 10 mg Tablets

*To be consumed as directed by physician.


Usage Instructions

Lefvaz is a prescription medicine. The doctor will select the strength, dose and duration of treatment based on the patient’s condition, response and medical history. Do not start, stop or change the dose without consulting the doctor.

Before and during treatment, the doctor may recommend laboratory tests and other checks, including liver function, blood counts, blood pressure and screening for certain infections. Keep all scheduled follow-up appointments.


Benefits and Use

When prescribed for active rheumatoid arthritis in adults, leflunomide may help to:

  • Reduce signs and symptoms of the disease
  • Slow structural joint damage
  • Improve physical function 

Safety Information

  • Pregnancy: Leflunomide can cause foetal harm and must not be used during pregnancy. Anyone who is pregnant, planning pregnancy or may become pregnant should discuss this with a doctor before starting treatment. Contact the doctor promptly if pregnancy occurs or is suspected.
  • Liver health: Serious liver injury has been reported. Tell the doctor about any liver condition or use of other medicines that may affect the liver. Attend recommended liver-function tests.
  • Infections and blood counts: Leflunomide may increase the risk of serious infection and affect blood-cell counts. Tell the doctor about current or recent infections and complete recommended blood tests.
  • Other medicines: Tell the doctor about all medicines being taken, including other immune-suppressing treatments. Leflunomide should not be taken with teriflunomide.
  • Allergy or serious symptoms:Do not take Lefvaz if there is a known allergy to leflunomide or any tablet ingredient. Seek medical advice promptly for serious or unusual symptoms. 

Ingredients

Active ingredient: Leflunomide 10 mg per tablet

The inactive ingredients were not confirmed in the Lefvaz-specific information reviewed. Refer to the Lefvaz pack or package insert for the complete ingredient list.


How to Use

Swallow the tablet with water and take it exactly as prescribed. Lefvaz may be taken with or without food, according to the product information. Take it consistently as directed. If you miss a dose, ask your doctor or pharmacist what to do; do not take an extra dose to make up for it.


Storage Information

Store below 30°C, as listed for Lefvaz, and follow any additional directions on the pack. Keep the tablets out of the reach of children and do not use them after the expiry date