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Jakavi 20 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Primary Myelofibrosis. The alternative uses of Jakavi 20 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Jakavi 20 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Jakavi 20 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Bruising or discoloration, Weight gain. While these are the most often observed Jakavi 20 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Jakavi 20 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Jakavi 20 Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Jakavi 20 Tablet related warnings talks about Jakavi 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Jakavi 20 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy, Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Jakavi 20 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Jakavi 20 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Jakavi 20 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Jakavi 20 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Jakavi 20 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Jakavi 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Jakavi in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Jakavi 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Jakavi for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Jakavi 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Jakavi can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Jakavi 20 Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Jakavi. 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 Jakavi 20 Tablet on the Heart?
Jakavi may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Jakavi 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Jakavi 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Jakavi 20 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Jakavi 20 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Jakavi 20 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Jakavi 20 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Jakavi 20 Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Jakavi 20 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Jakavi 20 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Jakavi 20 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Jakafi™ (ruxolitinib)