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Arava is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
The optimal dosage of Arava is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Arava can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Arava are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Arava has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Arava's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Arava related warnings section.
Arava is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Peripheral Neuropathy, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Arava contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Arava with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Arava is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Arava is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Arava safe for pregnant women?
Arava should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Arava safe during breastfeeding?
Arava should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Arava on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Arava. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Arava on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Arava. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Arava on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Arava. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Arava should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arava unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Arava habit forming or addictive?
Arava does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Arava will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Arava should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Arava is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Arava
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Arava, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Arava
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Arava with alcohol.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 751-752
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 212
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arava (leflunomide)
