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Leflunomide

Leflunomide, sold under the brand Arava, is a medicine used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. This catalogue lists one tablet formulation of the ingredient, available in two strengths.

Arava

Rheumatoid Arthritis

10mg · 20mg

Leflunomide tablets for rheumatoid arthritis. It stays in the body for weeks after stopping, so side effects may persist long after the last dose.

From$1.90/ tabletView

Key points

  • Leflunomide is a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) that works by calming an overactive immune response to reduce joint inflammation.
  • The tablet comes in two strengths, 10mg and 20mg, and is the only formulation in this catalogue.
  • The medicine may cause liver enzyme changes and is not suitable for people with severe liver impairment or active infections.

Rheumatoid arthritis is a condition where the immune system attacks the joints, causing pain, swelling, and progressive damage over time. The ingredient leflunomide is classified under Pain & Anti-inflammatories, a group of medicines that manage inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. Treatment is long-term, and a healthcare professional will adjust the approach based on how each person responds.

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