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Composition FOR Aztofa 5mg Tablet

Tofacitinib(5mg)

food interaction for Aztofa Tablet

alcohol interaction for Aztofa Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Aztofa Tablet

lactation interaction for Aztofa Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Aztofa 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Aztofa 5mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Aztofa 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aztofa 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Aztofa 5mg Tablet

Tofacitinib(5mg)

Aztofa tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and Ulcerative colitis.

How aztofa tablet works

Aztofa 5mg Tablet is a Janus kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking the action of the enzyme, Janus kinase. This decreases the activity of the immune system and inflammation associated with rheumatic diseases and ulcerative colitis.

Common side effects of aztofa tablet

Upper respiratory tract infection, Headache, Diarrhea, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)

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Expert advice FOR Aztofa Tablet

  • Tofacitinib is used alone or in combination with other medicines for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, that did not improve with other anti-rheumatic drugs.
  • It may take take 3 to 6 months to feel the maximum effect of this medication. Keep taking it as prescribed.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function, kidney function, blood counts, or cholesterol levels.
  • Tofacitinib can make it a bit harder for people to fight off infections. Inform your doctor if you have symptoms of an infection such as fever, chills, cough, and muscle aches.
  • Your doctor may get TB (tuberculosis) skin test and a chest X-ray before starting treatment with this medication.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Aztofa 5mg Tablet

Tofacitinib

Q. Can I take Aztofa 5mg Tablet if I have liver problems?
Inform your doctor if you have liver problems, before starting Aztofa 5mg Tablet. This is done because in some cases Aztofa 5mg Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Therefore, your liver function needs to be investigated before starting Aztofa 5mg Tablet. Although, Aztofa 5mg Tablet can be given to patients with mild to moderate liver function impairment, but should not be prescribed to patients with severe liver impairment.
Q. Can Aztofa 5mg Tablet cause cancer?
Aztofa 5mg Tablet may increase the chances of developing the risk of certain cancers (lymphoma and other cancers including skin cancers) by affecting the working of the immune system. Hence, inform your doctor if you ever had or have any type of cancer.
Q. What is Aztofa 5mg Tablet used for?
Aztofa 5mg Tablet is approved for use in people with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis. It is an inflammatory disease of the joints. It is used if previous therapy did not work well or did not suit the patient. However, it can also be used earlier in treatment if the person does not respond well to the prescribed drugs. It can be used alone or together with some other medicines, such as methotrexate.
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Q. How long does it take for Aztofa 5mg Tablet to start working?
Aztofa 5mg Tablet usually takes about 2 to 8 weeks before you start feeling better, and it can take 3 to 6 months to feel the maximum effect of this medication.
Q. Do I need to get any investigations done before starting Aztofa 5mg Tablet?
You may need to get your blood tests done before you start Aztofa 5mg Tablet or while you are taking it. Blood tests are done in order to check if you have a low red blood cell count (anemia), low white blood cell count (neutropenia or lymphopenia), high blood fat (cholesterol) or high levels of liver enzymes. It also helps to ensure that treatment with Aztofa 5mg Tablet is not causing problems. In addition to this, your doctor may advise you to get tested for tuberculosis before starting Aztofa 5mg Tablet, as using Aztofa 5mg Tablet may make an existing infection worse.
Q. Can Aztofa 5mg Tablet cause infections?
Aztofa 5mg Tablet is a medicine that affects your immune system. This may reduce your ability to fight infection and may increase the risk of getting a serious infection including tuberculosis. It may also include infections caused by severe fungal, bacterial or viral infections that spread through the body. In some cases, these infections can be life-threatening and may even cause death. Hence, it is advised to treat these infections in a hospital.
Q. If I am already taking tocilizumab, can I take Aztofa 5mg Tablet?
No, you should not take tocilizumab along with Aztofa 5mg Tablet. Aztofa 5mg Tablet affects the immune system, so you should avoid taking it with any other immunity-affecting medicine. Taking both medicines together can further increase the risk of infection and may lead to further complications.

Content on this page was last updated on 16 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)