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Arava 20 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
The right dosage of Arava 20 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Arava 20 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Arava 20 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Arava 20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Arava 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Arava 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Arava 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 conditions have been mentioned below in the Arava 20 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Arava 20 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Arava 20 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Arava 20 Tablet 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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Is the use of Arava 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Arava has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Arava without medical advice.
Is the use of Arava 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Arava. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Arava 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Arava 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.
What is the effect of Arava 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Arava 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.
What is the effect of Arava 20 Tablet on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Arava. 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arava 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Arava 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Arava 20 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Arava 20 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Arava 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Arava 20 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Arava 20 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Arava 20 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arava 20 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Arava 20 Tablet.
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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
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arava (leflunomide)