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Rheumajak 5 Tablet

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Composition FOR Rheumajak 5mg Tablet

Tofacitinib(5mg)

food interaction for Rheumajak Tablet

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lactation interaction for Rheumajak Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Rheumajak 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rheumajak 5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rheumajak 5 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rheumajak 5 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 Rheumajak 5mg Tablet

Tofacitinib(5mg)

Rheumajak tablet uses

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

How rheumajak tablet works

Rheumajak 5 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 rheumajak tablet

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

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Expert advice FOR Rheumajak 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 Rheumajak 5mg Tablet

Tofacitinib

Q. Can I take Rheumajak 5 Tablet if I have liver problems?
Inform your doctor if you have liver problems, before starting Rheumajak 5 Tablet. This is done because in some cases Rheumajak 5 Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Therefore, your liver function needs to be investigated before starting Rheumajak 5 Tablet. Although, Rheumajak 5 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 Rheumajak 5 Tablet cause cancer?
Rheumajak 5 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 Rheumajak 5 Tablet used for?
Rheumajak 5 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 Rheumajak 5 Tablet to start working?
Rheumajak 5 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 Rheumajak 5 Tablet?
You may need to get your blood tests done before you start Rheumajak 5 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 Rheumajak 5 Tablet is not causing problems. In addition to this, your doctor may advise you to get tested for tuberculosis before starting Rheumajak 5 Tablet, as using Rheumajak 5 Tablet may make an existing infection worse.
Q. Can Rheumajak 5 Tablet cause infections?
Rheumajak 5 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 Rheumajak 5 Tablet?
No, you should not take tocilizumab along with Rheumajak 5 Tablet. Rheumajak 5 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 11 August, 2026, by Dr. Sachin Gupta (MD Pharmacology, MBBS)