Lefora 20mg Tablet contains leflunomide 20mg, a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and active psoriatic arthritis.

Leflunomide works by inhibiting an enzyme involved in pyrimidine production, reducing the activity of certain immune cells that contribute to inflammation. This helps reduce joint swelling, pain, and stiffness and may slow the progression of inflammatory joint disease.

Lefora 20mg is a prescription medicine and should be used under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional.

Uses

• Used to treat rheumatoid arthritis
• Used to treat active psoriatic arthritis
• Helps reduce joint inflammation and swelling
• May improve joint pain and stiffness
• Helps slow progression of inflammatory joint disease

Benefits

• Helps control autoimmune-related joint inflammation
• May reduce pain, swelling, and stiffness
• Supports improved joint function
• May help slow joint damage
• Provides disease-modifying treatment for appropriate patients

Dosage

• Take Lefora 20mg exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• It is generally taken once daily.
• It can usually be taken with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet whole with water.
• Your doctor may adjust the dose based on your response, tolerability, and medical condition.
• Do not change the dose or stop treatment without medical advice.

Possible Side Effects

Some people may experience:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Headache
• Stomach discomfort
• Hair thinning or hair loss
• Increased blood pressure
• Abnormal liver function tests
• Skin rash

Leflunomide can rarely cause serious liver injury, severe skin reactions, blood disorders, or infections. Seek medical attention for yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, severe rash or blistering, unusual bruising, persistent fever, or severe weakness.

Precautions

• Leflunomide can cause serious liver injury. Inform your doctor if you have liver disease or regularly consume alcohol.
• Your doctor will generally monitor liver function and blood counts during treatment.
• Leflunomide can suppress the immune system and may increase the risk of infections.
• Do not use during pregnancy. Leflunomide can cause serious harm to an unborn baby. Women who could become pregnant should use reliable contraception and discuss pregnancy planning with their doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning pregnancy.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines you take, especially other DMARDs or medicines that may affect the liver.
• Avoid live vaccines unless your healthcare professional specifically recommends them.

FAQs

Q1: What is Lefora 20mg Tablet used for?

Lefora 20mg contains leflunomide and is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and active psoriatic arthritis.

Q2: How does Lefora 20mg work?

Leflunomide reduces the activity of immune cells involved in inflammation by inhibiting an enzyme required for pyrimidine production.

Q3: Does Lefora 20mg provide immediate relief from arthritis pain?

No. Leflunomide is a disease-modifying medicine and may take several weeks to provide its full effect. Your doctor may prescribe additional medicines for symptom relief when appropriate.

Q4: Does Lefora 20mg require regular blood tests?

Yes. Liver function and blood counts are generally monitored during treatment to identify potential adverse effects early.

Q5: Can Lefora 20mg be taken during pregnancy?

No. Leflunomide can cause serious fetal harm and should not be used during pregnancy. Discuss contraception and pregnancy planning with your doctor.

Q6: Can Lefora 20mg affect the liver?

Yes. Leflunomide can cause liver injury. Contact your doctor if you develop yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, severe fatigue, or other signs of liver problems.