ARTHFREE 20 mg ( Leflunomide ) 30 film-coated tablets
MUSCULOSKELETAL SYSTEM

Tablet

For Rheumatoid Arthritis

Uses
Arthfree Tablet is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
Pain in joints in people with arthritis
Inflammation of joints
Swelling
Difficulty in moving
Rheumatoid arthritis
Red patches of skin topped with silvery scales
Arthfree Tablet may also be used for purposes not listed here.

 
Side-effects
The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Arthfree Tablet. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
Inflammation of the mouth
Mouth ulcers
Dry skin
Abnormal blood cells
Increased blood pressure
Problems in the nerves of arms or legs
Mild allergic reactions
Increased hair loss
Nausea
Pain caused by inflammation in the membrane surrounding the tendons usually in the feet or hands
Arthfree Tablet may also cause side-effects not listed here.
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.

 
Precautions
Before using Arthfree Tablet, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
Avoid alcohol
Children below 18 years of age or elderly
Do not drive or operate machinery
Monitor blood counts and blood pressure regularly
Pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding

 
Interactions with Arthfree Tablet
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Arthfree Tablet may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Arthfree Tablet may interact with the following drugs and products:
Acenocoumarol
Anisindione
Bleomycin
Carboplatin
Chlorambucil
Cladribine
Clofarabine
Corticotropin
Eltrombopag
Rifampin

When not to use Arthfree Tablet
Hypersensitivity to Arthfree Tablet is a contraindication. In addition, Arthfree Tablet should not be used if you have the following conditions:
AIDS
Blood or lung problems
Breastfeeding
Hypersensitivity
Impaired bone marrow function or significant anaemia
Impairment of liver function
Intolerance to some sugars
Kidney or liver problems
Leukopenia or thrombocytopenia
Live vaccine

 
Composition and Active Ingredients
Arthfree Tablet is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)
Leflunomide
Please note that this medicine may be available in various strengths for each active ingredient listed above.
Packages and Strengths
Arthfree Tablet is available in the following packages and strengths
Arthfree Tablet - Packages: 10 tablets, 3 tab

Frequently asked Questions
Is Arthfree Tablet safe to use when pregnant?
No
Is Arthfree Tablet safe while breastfeeding?
No
Can Arthfree Tablet be used for pain in joints in people with arthritis and inflammation of joints?
Yes, pain in joints in people with arthritis and inflammation of joints are among the most common reported uses for Arthfree Tablet. Please do not use Arthfree Tablet for pain in joints in people with arthritis and inflammation of joints without consulting first with your doctor. Click here and view survey results to find out what other patients report as common uses for Arthfree Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when using this product?
If you experience drowsiness, dizziness, hypotension or a headache as side-effects when using Arthfree Tablet medicine then it may not be safe to drive a vehicle or operate heavy machinery. One should not drive a vehicle if using the medicine makes you drowsy, dizzy or lowers your blood-pressure extensively. Pharmacists also advise patients not to drink alcohol with medicines as alcohol intensifies drowsiness side-effects. Please check for these effects on your body when using Arthfree Tablet. Always consult with your doctor for recommendations specific to your body and health conditions.
Is this medicine or product addictive or habit forming?
Most medicines don't come with a potential for addiction or abuse. Usually, government's categorizes medicines that can be addictive as controlled substances. Examples include schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US. Please consult the product package to make sure that the medicine does not belong to such special categorizations of medicines. Lastly, do not self-medicate and increase your body's dependence to medicines without the advice of a doctor.
Can i stop using this product immediately or do I have to slowly ween off the use?
Some medicines need to be tapered or cannot be stopped immediately because of rebound effects. Please consult with your doctor for recommendations specific to your body, health and other medications that you may be using.

 
Other important Information on Arthfree Tablet
Missing a dose
In case you miss a dose, use it as soon as you notice. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule. Do not use extra dose to make up for a missed dose. If you are regularly missing doses, consider setting an alarm or asking a family member to remind you. Please consult your doctor to discuss changes in your dosing schedule or a new schedule to make up for missed doses, if you have missed too many doses recently.

Overdosage of Arthfree Tablet
Do not use more than prescribed dose. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Arthfree Tablet, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. Bring a medicine box, container, or label with you to help doctors with necessary information.
Do not give your medicines to other people even if you know that they have the same condition or it seems that they may have similar conditions. This may lead to overdosage.
Please consult your physician or pharmacist or product package for more information.

Storage of Arthfree Tablet
Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into drainage unless instructed to do so. Medication discarded in this manner may contaminate the environment. Please consult your pharmacist or doctor for more details on how to safely discard Arthfree Tablet.

Expired Arthfree Tablet
Taking a single dose of expired Arthfree Tablet is unlikely to produce an adverse event. However, please discuss with your primary health provider or pharmacist for proper advice or if you feel unwell or sick. Expired drug may become ineffective in treating your prescribed conditions. To be on the safe side, it is important not to use expired drug. If you have a chronic illness that requires taking medicine constantly such as heart condition, seizures, and life-threatening allergies, you are much safer keeping in touch with your primary health care provider so that you can have a fresh supply of unexpired medications.

Dosage Information
Please consult your physician or pharmacist or refer to product package.

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