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Cleft 20 Mg Tablet

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Cleft 20 Mg Tablet Information

Cleft 20 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cleft 20 Mg Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Cleft 20 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Cleft 20 Mg Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Cleft 20 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cleft 20 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Cleft 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cleft 20 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Peripheral Neuropathy, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cleft 20 Mg Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Cleft 20 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Cleft 20 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Cleft 20 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Cleft 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cleft 20 Mg Tablet 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

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initial dose: 100 mg orally once a day for 3 days, dose may decrease 10 mg, OD
Geriatric
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Initial dose: 100 mg orally once a day for 3 days, dose may decrease 10 mg, OD


Cleft 20 Mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cleft 20 Mg Tablet is used -

Moderate

  • Increased Liver Enzymes
  • Chest Pain
  • Hypertension
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Mild

Cleft 20 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cleft 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Cleft. If you are pregnant, do not take Cleft without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Cleft 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?


    Cleft may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Cleft 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?


    You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Cleft. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Cleft 20 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Cleft 20 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Cleft 20 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cleft 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cleft 20 Mg Tablet

  • Is this Cleft 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Cleft 20 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Cleft 20 Mg Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Cleft 20 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Cleft 20 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Cleft 20 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cleft 20 Mg Tablet


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cleft 20 Mg Tablet together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cleft 20 Mg Tablet


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cleft 20 Mg Tablet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



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)



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