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Jakura 5 mg Tablet
Jakura 5 mg Tablet
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Jakura 5 mg Tablet

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Tofacitinib 5 mg

Introduction of Jakura Tablet

Jakura 5 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine called a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor. Jakura 5 Tablet is used alone or together with other medicines to treat moderate to severely active rheumatoid arthritis, active psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, ankylosing spondylitis, and polyarticular course juvenile idiopathic arthritis in patients who have taken other machines, that didn't respond to previous treatments. This Jakura Tablet helps decrease tenderness pain and swelling in the joints by reducing inflammation.

Jakura 5 mg may cause some common adverse reactions including pneumonia, influenza, herpes zoster, urinary tract infection, sinusitis, bronchitis, nasopharyngitis, and pharyngitis. If you experience any of these symptoms while taking Jakura Tablet stop taking the medication, and you should consult your doctor right away.

Jakura 5 mg should not be taken during pregnancy, while planning to become pregnant, or while breastfeeding as it can cause birth defects and abortion. It is important to inform your doctor, if you experience any allergy to the active substance or to any of the products and also, If you have any preexisting disease such as active tuberculosis (TB), serious infections such as sepsis, or opportunistic infections and having any liver problems, etc. Additionally, let your doctor know about any other medications you are taking as they may interact with Jakura. You may need blood tests before starting treatment with this Jakura 5 mg.

Jakura can be taken with or without food, but it is recommended to take it at the same time each day for optimal results. Dosage and frequency of use will be determined by your doctor based on your specific condition and may change over time. It is important that you follow your doctor's instructions and do not change the dosage or frequency of intake without their guidance. Taking Jakura 5 mg Tablet in the wrong or excessive amounts may cause serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for the full effects of treatment to appear, but you should not stop taking it without consulting your doctor.


Uses of Jakura Tablet

Moderate to severe Rheumatoid Arthritis: Jakura 5 Tablet is used in the treatment of moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of the joints and surrounding tissue, leading to pain, swelling, and difficulty in movement.

Active Psoriatic arthritis: Jakura 5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of active psoriatic arthritis that affects people with psoriasis, a skin condition characterized by red, scaly patches.

Ulcerative Colitis: Jakura Tablet is used to treat ulcerative colitis a type of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) that causes inflammation and ulceration of the colon and rectum. Symptoms of Inflammatory bowl disease (IBD) include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, rectal bleeding, weight loss, and fatigue.

Polyarticular Course Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis: Jakura 5 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of polyarticular course juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is a type of childhood arthritis that affects five or more joints in the body. It is characterized by inflammation, pain, swelling, and stiffness in affected joints.

Ankylosing Spondylitis: Jakura 5 Tablet is used to treat ankylosing spondylitis is a type of chronic inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the spine, sacroiliac joints (between the spine and pelvis), and other peripheral joints. Symptoms may include low back pain, stiffness, reduced mobility,


Benefits of Jakura Tablet

Jakura 5 mg Tablet can reduce joint pain, swelling, and stiffness in patients with rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis, and improve bowel symptoms in patients with ulcerative colitis. Jakura can help reduce pain and inflammation, allowing people with arthritis to move more easily and participate in physical activity. Jakura 5 Tablet reducing symptoms and improving physical function, Jakura 5 mg can help improve the overall quality of life for people with arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.


Side Effects of Jakura Tablet

Like all medication, Jakura 5 mg Tablet may cause some side effects. If you experience any of these side effects contact your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways to manage or reduce the severity of these side effects.


Most Common Side Effects of Jakura Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Throat, Nasal and Chest infections
  • Skin infections
  • Tiredness
  • Yellow Eyes and Skin.
  • Appetite loss
  • Vomiting
  • Darker Urine and Tarry stool
  • skin rashes
  • Short breathing
  • Chest pain
  • Coughing and Sneezing with blood and Mucus
  • redness and Swelling of Skin
  • painful Urination
  • Weigh loss
  • Changes in Frequency and Consistency of passing stool.


Common Side Effects of Jakura Tablet

  • Blood Clots
  • sudden shortness of Breath
  • Painful Breathing
  • Chest Pain
  • Heavy Sweating
  • Redness, Painful and Swollen limbs.


How to Use Jakura Tablet?

Jakura 5 Tablet should be taken with a full glass of water and can be taken either with or without food. It is important to take Jakura Tablet exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not alter the dosage and never take more or less of the medication than directed. In case of missing a dose of Jakura Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it's close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the regularly scheduled time. Avoid taking two doses at the same time to make up for a missed dose. If you have difficulty swallowing tablets, Jakura 5 Tablet can be crushed and mixed with a small amount of food or liquid for easy consumption.


How Jakura Tablet Works?

Jakura Tablet is a medication that inhibits the activity of Janus kinases, enzymes that play a crucial role in the inflammation that occurs in rheumatoid, psoriatic, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis. By suppressing the enzymes, tofacitinib decreases inflammation and alleviates symptoms associated with these diseases.


Safety Advices Jakura Tablet

alcohol
Alcohol
Unsafe

It is generally not recommended to drink alcohol while taking Jakura 5 mg Tablet. It may increase the risk of liver damage. it is best to avoid alcohol or limit your alcohol consumption while taking any medication.

pregnancy
Pregnancy
Unsafe

Use of Jakura Tablet may be unsafe during pregnancy as animal studies indicate that it may harm the developing foetus. However, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, it is important to talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits of taking Jakura 5 Tablet during pregnancy. Your doctor will be able to help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health.

breastfeeding
Breastfeeding
Unsafe

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking Jakura 5 mg. Jakura Tablet may pass into breast milk and harm the infant. If you are breastfeeding and taking Jakura, it is important to talk to your doctor about the possible risks and benefits of continuing to breastfeed. Your doctor will be able to help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health

driving
Driving
Safe

Jakura 5 mg Tablet is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. If you experience any side effects while taking Jakura 5 mg Tablet such as dizziness or drowsiness, it is important to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until the side effects have resolved.

kidney
Kidney
Use with Caution

Jakura 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with Kidney disease. It is important that patients with kidney disease closely monitor kidney function while taking Jakura and report any unusual symptoms or changes in kidney function to their doctor. The dose of Jakura 5 mg may need to be adjusted in patients with kidney disease.

liver
Liver
Use with Caution

Jakura should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. It is important that patients with liver disease closely monitor liver function while taking Jakura 5 Tablet and report any unusual symptoms or changes in liver function to their doctor. The dose of Jakura 5 mg may need to be adjusted in patients with liver disease.


References

1. Tofacitinib Tablets 5 Mg, Msn Laboratories Private Limited, India, Product Lealfet      

2. Xeljanz, European Medicines Agency (ema), Available Form 

3. Tofacitinib (xeljanz/xeljanzxr), Johns Hopkins Arthritis Center, Available Form 

4. Tofacitinib, Medscape, Available Form

5. Tofacitinib 5 Mg Twice Daily In Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis And Inadequate Response To Disease-modifying Antirheumatic Drugs, Jcr: Journal Of Clinical Rheumatology, Bird, Paul Md, Phd; Bensen, William Md†, Available Form 

6. Tofacitinib 5 Mg Tablet, Arlak Biotech, India, Available Form

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