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food interaction for Rheumajak Tablet
alcohol interaction for Rheumajak Tablet
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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.
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The safety of Rheumajak 5 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
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Rheumajak 5 Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
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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)
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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.










