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Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s

Defumide tablet contains Leflunomide | belongs to Antimetabolite; DMARD (Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs)

Alternate brands of Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s

Brand Name Price Savings
Rumide tablet 20 mg 3×10’s  1,071.00 You will pay -321 more
Rhulef tablet 20 mg 30’s  630.00 You can save 120
Rhulef tablet 10 mg 30’s  472.51 You can save 277.49
Movelef tablet 100 mg 3’s  110.00 You can save 640
Movelef tablet 20 mg 30’s  650.00 You can save 100
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How it works

Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s works by blocking the action of certain substances that cause abnormal tissue growth or development. It decreases joint swelling and slows the progress of the disease.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s

  • Cough severe
  • Dizziness severe
  • Sore throat severe
  • Chest pain severe
  • Severe stomach pain severe
  • Joint pain severe
  • Difficulty in breathing severe
  • Headache
  • Weight loss
  • Dry skin
  • Rash
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Diarrhea

Uses of Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s

What is it prescribed for?

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, a condition characterized by progressive joint pain and swelling.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • Duration of Effect

    The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s or any other components present along with it.

  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of fetal harm.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the drug or to discontinue breastfeeding based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings
Additional Information:

what are the adverse effects of Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s?

Increased BP, GI upset, oral mucosal disorders, abdominal pain, colitis, altered liver function, leucopenia, tenosynovitis, headache, dizziness, asthaenia, paraesthesia, weight loss, allergy, hair loss, dry skin. Rarely, severe hepatotoxicity sometimes fatal, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, peripheral neuropathy, severe infection incl progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy, pustular psoriasis or worsening of psoriasis.

What happens if I miss a dose of Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s?

Adults: Loading Dose: 100 mg once daily for 3 days. Maintenance: 20 mg once daily. Max: 20 mg/day. If dose not tolerated or ALT elevations gt;2 but 3X ULN: Reduce dose to 10 mg/day. If elevations persist or ALT gt;3X UNL, discontinue. Children: Not recommended.

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Defumide tablet 20 mg 30’s. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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