Arava 20 Tablet Information

Arava 20 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

The right dosage of Arava 20 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Arava 20 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Arava 20 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Arava 20 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Arava 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Arava 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Arava 20 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Peripheral Neuropathy, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Arava 20 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Arava 20 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Arava 20 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Arava Benefits & Uses
Arava Dosage & How to Take
Arava Side Effects
Arava Related Warnings
Arava Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Arava
Arava Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Arava 20 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Arava 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arava 20 Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group

Dosage

Arava 20 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Arava 20 Tablet 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.

Severe
Is the use of Arava 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Arava should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Arava 20 Tablet 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Arava 20 Tablet 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Arava 20 Tablet 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.

Moderate

Arava 20 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Arava 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Tuberculosis (TB)
Peripheral Neuropathy
Allergy
Liver Disease
Lung Disease
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Arava 20 Tablet

Is this Arava 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Arava 20 Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Arava 20 Tablet will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Arava 20 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Arava 20 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Arava 20 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Arava 20 Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Arava 20 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Arava 20 Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Arava 20 Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown