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What is Leflunomide (generic Arava) and what are its uses?
How does Leflunomide (generic Arava) treat?
Dosage: How should you take Leflunomide (generic Arava)?
Effect of other drugs consumed with Leflunomide (generic Arava)
What should you watch for while taking Leflunomide (generic Arava)?
Possible Side effects of Leflunomide (generic Arava)

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What is Leflunomide (generic Arava) and what are its uses?

Leflunomide (generic Arava) is a medication that reduces inflammation and swelling due to rheumatoid arthritis.

The response of the immune system may contribute to rheumatoid arthritis. Leflunomide (generic Arava) affects this system and is able to slow down the progression of the disease, especially in the affected joints.

Leflunomide (generic Arava) helps to treat all stages of adult rheumatoid arthritis.

Leflunomide (generic Arava) can be used with some of the other medications that are used to treat the inflammation and pain of this condition.

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How does Leflunomide (generic Arava) treat?

Leflunomide (generic Arava) is an oral, disease-modifying drug that is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Leflunomide (generic Arava) reduces inflammation in the joints that is responsible for both the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and the destruction of joints. This reduces symptoms as well as the progressive deformities of the joints caused by the arthritis.

Leflunomide (generic Arava) reduces inflammation by suppressing the activity of immune cells responsible for the inflammation. Leflunomide (generic Arava) suppresses immune cells by inhibiting dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, an enzyme that is necessary for the production of DNA and RNA. Without DNA and RNA the immune cells (and most other types of cells) cannot multiply or function. Because of its unique and different mechanism of action, Leflunomide (generic Arava)is of value when added to other medications used for treating rheumatoid arthritis.

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Dosage: How should you take Leflunomide (generic Arava)?

Take Leflunomide (generic Arava) tablets orally.

Swallow the tablets with a drink of water. You can take Leflunomide (generic Arava) with food or milk. Take your doses at the same time every day. Do not take Leflunomide (generic Arava) more often than directed.

Continue to take Leflunomide (generic Arava) even if you feel better.

Do not stop taking Leflunomide (generic Arava) unless your prescriber or health care professional tells you to discontinue taking Leflunomide (generic Arava).

Adults
The recommended starting dose of Leflunomide (generic Arava) is 10 mg daily for the first 3 days. The doctor may then increase the dose to 20 milligrams a day. If side effects appear, the dose may be further decreased to 10 milligrams a day.

Children
Leflunomide (generic Arava) is not recommended for children less than 18 years old.

Have you skipped your Leflunomide (generic Arava) dose?
If you miss a dose of Leflunomide (generic Arava), take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose of Leflunomide (generic Arava). Do not take double or extra doses.

If you take too much of Leflunomide (generic Arava)?
Leflunomide (generic Arava) overdose can lead to serious consequences. Seek medical emergency.

Symptoms of Leflunomide (generic Arava) overdose include

• diarrhea,
• abdominal pain,
• blood problems, and
• liver problems.

Where should you store Leflunomide (generic Arava)?
Keep Leflunomide (generic Arava) out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open.

Store Leflunomide (generic Arava) at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Protect Leflunomide (generic Arava) from moisture and light. Throw away any unused amount of Leflunomide (generic Arava) after the expiration date.

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Effect of other drugs consumed with Leflunomide (generic Arava)

Leflunomide (generic Arava) should not be taken with the following drugs. They may increase or decrease the actions of Leflunomide (generic Arava)

• some anti-inflammatory medicines
• azathioprine
• charcoal
• cholestyramine
• cyclosporine
• fosphenytoin
• isoniazid
• itraconazole
• ketoconazole
• methotrexate
• phenytoin
• rifampin
• some vaccines
• sulfasalazine
• tacrine
• troglitazone, and some other medicines for diabetes
• warfarin

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way Leflunomide (generic Arava) works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

Who should not take Leflunomide (generic Arava)?
Leflunomide (generic Arava) is in the FDA pregnancy category X.

There is an increased risk of birth defects and death of the unborn baby while taking Leflunomide (generic Arava). Do not take Leflunomide (generic Arava) if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. Notify your doctor immediately if you think you have become pregnant during treatment. Birth control must be used during treatment with Leflunomide (generic Arava). Discuss with your doctor the procedure for removing Leflunomide (generic Arava) from the body following treatment before becoming pregnant. Without the proper drug elimination procedure, it may take up to two years before Leflunomide (generic Arava) is at sufficiently low levels in the body so as to reduce the risk of harm to an unborn baby. It is not known whether Leflunomide (generic Arava) imposes an increased risk of fetal harm when taken by a man.

Men wishing to father a child while taking Leflunomide (generic Arava) should discuss their options with their doctor.

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What should you watch for while taking Leflunomide (generic Arava)?

Visit your prescriber or health care professional for checks on your progress. A few side effects of Leflunomide (generic Arava) are commonly occuring. They include diarrhea, abdominal pain or nausea, rash, changes in hair texture or growth. In some persons, liver function can be altered. Sometimes the side effects of Leflunomide (generic Arava) can be more serious. Your prescriber or health care professional will be observing you closely and will monitor blood tests related to your medicine. You will need to have regular tests to see if your liver is working properly. The side effects of Leflunomide (generic Arava) can continue after you finish your treatment; report side effects of Leflunomide (generic Arava) promptly.

If you are a woman who has the potential to become pregnant, it is important that you discuss birth control options with your prescriber or health care professional prior to taking Leflunomide (generic Arava). You must not be pregnant and must be using a reliable form of birth control to prevent pregnancy. Leflunomide (generic Arava) has the potential to harm an unborn baby. If you think that you might be pregnant at any time during your treatment with Leflunomide (generic Arava), you should see your health care provider at once.

While you are taking medications for rheumatoid arthritis you might be more susceptible to infection. Try to avoid people with colds, flu, and bronchitis. Do not have any vaccinations without your doctor's approval.

Call your health care professional for advice if you get a fever, chills or sore throat, do not treat yourself.

If you are going to have surgery tell your doctor or dentist that you are taking Leflunomide (generic Arava).

Alcoholic drinks can make you more dizzy and increase possible damage to your liver. Avoid alcoholic drinks while taking Leflunomide (generic Arava).

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Possible Side effects of Leflunomide (generic Arava)

Side effects of Leflunomide (generic Arava) you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:

• dark yellow or brown urine
• diarrhea, especially if severe or does not stop
• difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• dizziness
• fever or chills, cough or sore throat
• increases in blood pressure, especially if you are being treated for high blood pressure
• numbness, pain, or tingling in an arm, hand, leg, or foot
• pain in the stomach or abdomen
• skin rash or hives
• ulcers of the mouth or difficulty or pain on swallowing
• unusual bleeding or bruising, pinpoint red spots on the skin, nose bleeds or bleeding gums
• unusual tiredness or weakness
• vomiting
• yellowing of eyes or skin

Side effects of Leflunomide (generic Arava) that do usually do not require medical attention:

• change in the taste of foods or drinks
• changes in the appearance of the fingernails or toenails
• hair loss (reversible)
• headache
• itching of the skin
• loss of appetite
• nausea, indigestion, or vomiting
• weight loss
• worsening of joint pain

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