Lefumide 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 Lefumide 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lefumide. If you are pregnant, do not take Lefumide without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Lefumide 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lefumide. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Lefumide 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Lefumide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lefumide 20 Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Lefumide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Lefumide only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Lefumide 20 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Lefumide. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Lefumide 20 Tablet 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 Lefumide 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lefumide 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Lefumide 20 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lefumide 20 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lefumide 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lefumide 20 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lefumide 20 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Lefumide 20 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lefumide 20 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lefumide 20 Tablet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arava (leflunomide)