Cleft
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Cleft Information
Cleft, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
The optimal dosage of Cleft is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cleft as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cleft are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Cleft's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Cleft has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cleft related warnings section.
Cleft can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cleft in conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Peripheral Neuropathy, Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Cleft have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Cleft with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cleft is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cleft Benefits & Uses
Cleft is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Cleft Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Cleft Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cleft is used -
Moderate
- Increased Liver Enzymes
- Chest Pain
- Hypertension
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Dyspepsia
- Rash
- Joint pain
- Dizziness
- Cough
- Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
- Throat Irritation
- Diarrhoea
- Infection
- Weakness
Cleft Related Warnings
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Is the use of Cleft safe for pregnant women?
Cleft has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Cleft without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Cleft safe during breastfeeding?
Cleft may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Cleft on the Kidneys?
Cleft can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Cleft on the Liver?
Cleft may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Cleft on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Cleft. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Cleft with Other Drugs
Cleft should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Cleft Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cleft unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Tuberculosis (TB)
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Allergy
- Liver Disease
- Lung Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Cleft
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Is this Cleft habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cleft is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cleft does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cleft only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cleft is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Cleft Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Cleft
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cleft with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Cleft
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cleft.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 751-752
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 212
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arava (leflunomide)
