Lefumide 20 mg Tablet | 10 Tablet in 1 strip

Introduction of Lefumide 20 mg Tablet

Lefumide 20 mg Tablet is used for the relief of symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in adult patients. Lefumide 20 Tablet acts on the immune system. It reduces swelling and inflammation and improves physical function.

Lefumide 20 mg Tablet may cause common side effects including nausea, diarrhoea and stomach pain. headache, abnormal liver function tests, thinning hair, back pain, weakness, rash, or high blood pressure. it is recommended that you tell your doctor. Your doctor or health care professional may be able to suggest a course of treatment for your condition.

Lefumide 20 mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you think that you'll be pregnant, forestall taking this medicinal drug immediately. Use an effective method of contraception and try to avoid becoming pregnant until you have finished taking this medicine. Use of Lefumide 20 Tablet may cause liver damage. It is important to tell your doctor if you have a pre-existing medical condition such as liver disease or hepatitis, kidney disease or uncontrolled infection, diabetes, tuberculosis, or bone marrow disorders. It would help if you also told your doctor or health care professional about any other medicines, vitamins, herbs or dietary supplements you are currently taking. It is important to tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions before taking Lefumide 20 mg.

Lefumide 20 mg Tablet can be taken with or without eating. To get the most benefit from this medicine, it is best to take it in the same way and simultaneously every day. The dose you need will depend on your weight, your medical condition and what you are being treated for. Your doctor or health care professional will have a plan for your dose. Do not stop taking all of your medicine without talking to your doctor or health care professional even if you start to feel better. If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember to take it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of your medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Uses of Lefumide 20 mg Tablet

Rheumatoid arthritis: Lefumide 20 mg Tablet is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis in adults. This Lefumide 20 Tablet works by reducing swelling and inflammation in the body.​

Benefits of Lefumide 20 mg Tablet

​Rheumatoid arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the joints, but can also affect other parts of the body. It is a chronic disease characterised by inflammation, pain and stiffness in the joints. Symptoms of RA include joint pain, stiffness and swelling, especially in the small joints of the hands and feet. Other symptoms may include tiredness, fever and weight loss. RA can also affect other parts of the body, such as the lungs, heart and eyes. Lefumide 20 mg Tablet reduces pain, stiffness and swelling in your joints and slows the progression of bone and joint damage. This can help you perform normal daily activities more easily and improve your quality of life. This Lefumide 20 mg should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefit. Continue to take it even if you feel well as it will prevent future damage and improve your symptoms.​

Side Effects of Lefumide 20 mg Tablet

Many medicines, such as Lefumide 20 mg Tablet, can cause side effects, but most of these are temporary and will go away as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, if the side effects continue or get worse, or if you are concerned about them, it is important to talk to your doctor or health care professional.

Most Common Side Effects of Lefumide 20 mg Tablet

• Nausea
  
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Abnormal liver function tests

Common Side Effects of Lefumide 20 mg Tablet

• Thinning hair
  
• Back pain
• Weakness
• Rash
• High blood pressure

How to Use Lefumide 20 mg Tablet?

​It is recommended that you take Lefumide 20 mg Tablet consistently, either with or without food, at the same time each day for best results, and the appropriate dosage can be decided with the help of your doctor. This will depend on factors such as your weight, health and the specific condition being treated. Even if your symptoms improve, it is important not to stop taking this Lefumide 20 Tablet without first consulting your doctor. If you leave out a dose, take it as quickly as you remember. However, it is advisable to skip the missed dose and resume your regular dosing schedule if it is near the time of your next scheduled dose. Do now no longer take a double dose to make up for a neglected dose.​

How Lefumide 20 mg Tablet Works?

Lefumide 20 mg Tablet inhibits an enzyme called dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH) that is required for the synthesis of DNA and RNA in rapidly dividing cells such as lymphocytes. By blocking this enzyme, Lefumide 20 mg suppresses the proliferation and activation of lymphocytes, thereby reducing inflammation and joint damage in rheumatoid arthritis.

Safety Advices Lefumide 20 mg Tablet

Alcohol

Unsafe

Liver

Unsafe

Kidney

Use with Caution

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

Driving

Unsafe

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