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Leflunomide is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Leflunomide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Leflunomide is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Leflunomide is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Leflunomide safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Leflunomide. If you are pregnant, do not take Leflunomide without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Leflunomide safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Leflunomide. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Leflunomide on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Leflunomide. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Leflunomide on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Leflunomide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Leflunomide only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Leflunomide on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Leflunomide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Leflunomide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Leflunomide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Leflunomide habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Leflunomide.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Leflunomide since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Leflunomide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Leflunomide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Leflunomide
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Leflunomide together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Leflunomide
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Leflunomide.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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)
