Lefra 20 Tablet Information

Lefra 20 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Lefra 20 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Lefra 20 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lefra 20 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Lefra 20 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Lefra 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Lefra 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lefra 20 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Peripheral Neuropathy, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Lefra 20 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Lefra 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Lefra 20 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Lefra Benefits & Uses
Lefra Dosage & How to Take
Lefra Side Effects
Lefra Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lefra with Other Drugs
Lefra Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lefra
Lefra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lefra 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Lefra 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Lefra 20 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

Lefra 20 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lefra 20 Tablet 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

Lefra 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Lefra 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Lefra 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lefra. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Lefra 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Lefra 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 Lefra 20 Tablet on the Liver?

Lefra can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lefra 20 Tablet on the Heart?

Lefra can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Lefra 20 Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol

Chlorpheniramine,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Amiodarone

Aspirin

Moderate

Chlorpropamide

Warfarin

Lefra 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lefra 20 Tablet 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 Lefra 20 Tablet

Is this Lefra 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lefra 20 Tablet has not been reported.

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

Lefra 20 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lefra 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Lefra 20 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Lefra 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lefra 20 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Lefra 20 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lefra 20 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lefra 20 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown