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Lefra is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis.
The correct dosage of Lefra depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lefra can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lefra normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Lefra's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Lefra's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Peripheral Neuropathy, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Lefra since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lefra contraindications section.
Additionally, Lefra may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lefra is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Lefra 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 Lefra safe for pregnant women?
Lefra shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Lefra safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Lefra. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Lefra on the Kidneys?
Lefra may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Lefra on the Liver?
Lefra can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Lefra on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Lefra. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Lefra 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 Lefra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lefra habit forming or addictive?
Lefra does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lefra will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lefra only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lefra is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lefra
There is no information on the effects of taking Lefra with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lefra
Information about the interaction of Lefra 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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 751-752
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arava (leflunomide)