L-Jak 10MG Tablet

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Composition FOR L-Jak 10mg Tablet

Leflunomide(10mg)

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alcohol interaction for L-Jak Tablet

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lactation interaction for L-Jak Tablet

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alcohol
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L-Jak 10MG Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with L-Jak 10MG Tablet
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L-Jak 10MG Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
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L-Jak 10MG Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR L-Jak 10mg Tablet

Leflunomide(10mg)

L-jak tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

How l-jak tablet works

L-Jak 10MG Tablet blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, swelling, and redness associated with certain autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis. It suppresses the underlying disease process, rather than simply treating the disease.

Common side effects of l-jak tablet

Headache, Weight loss, High blood pressure, Skin disorder, Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Dizziness

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Expert advice FOR L-Jak Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Leflunomide to control the symptoms and slow down the progression of rheumatoid arthritis.
  • It will take 6-8 weeks for Leflunomide to work. Hence, keep taking the medicine.
  • Get blood tests done every 4 weeks. This is to make sure that Leflunomide is not harming your liver or blood counts.
  • Avoid alcohol when taking Leflunomide as it could harm your liver.
  • Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Leflunomide.
  • Leflunomide may increase the risk of infection. Avoid being close to people with colds, flu, or other contagious illnesses.

Frequently asked questions FOR L-Jak 10mg Tablet

Leflunomide

Q. Can L-Jak 10MG Tablet cause weight loss?
Yes, L-Jak 10MG Tablet may cause weight loss as a common side effect. However, weight loss due to this medicine is usually insignificant. The reason for this weight reduction could be due to the accompanying loss of appetite. Consult your doctor if your weight loss is significant.
Q. When should patients notify their doctor?
The doctor should be informed if one has lung problems like cough, shortness of breath, or if one observes symptoms of infection like fever, weakness, and flu-like symptoms. Along with that, if a person experiences allergic reactions like hives, rashes, and liver problems like yellowing of skin, loss of appetite, then they should be consulted with the doctor. One should also inform the doctor if there is a decrease in blood cell count, causing easy bruising and recurrent infections. In addition to that, the doctor should be informed if one becomes pregnant during the course of treatment.
Q. Can I plan a pregnancy after stopping L-Jak 10MG Tablet?
L-Jak 10MG Tablet takes a fairly long time to get flushed out of your system. Hence, you should not plan pregnancy for at least 2 years after stopping L-Jak 10MG Tablet. This extensive time duration may be reduced to a few weeks by taking certain medicines, which can help speed up the removal of L-Jak 10MG Tablet from your body.
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Q. How long does it take to see improvement after starting L-Jak 10MG Tablet?
L-Jak 10MG Tablet may take about 4 weeks or longer to show improvement in the condition. It may even take 4-6 months to show full benefits. Hence, the medicine should not be stopped if there is no significant improvement. For any further query consult your doctor, who will analyze the condition.
Q. Can L-Jak 10MG Tablet cause cancer?
L-Jak 10MG Tablet may increase your chances of cancer, especially of the lymph system, but this is very rare. The reason could be decreased strength of the immune system caused by L-Jak 10MG Tablet. Discuss with your doctor if you have concerns regarding it.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 January, 2026, by Dr. Sachin Gupta (MD Pharmacology, MBBS)