Lefumide 10 Tablet 10

Lefumide-10 Tablet is used for the following:

• Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis: This is an autoimmune disease where your body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joint tissues, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function.

• Controlling Psoriatic Arthritis: This type of inflammatory arthritis affects some people who have the skin condition psoriasis.

Here's how you should take Lefumide-10 Tablet:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.

• Avoid crushing, chewing or splitting the tablet.

• It's crucial not to stop taking this medicine without first consulting your doctor.

Lefumide-10 Tablet is taken orally.

Lefumide-10 Tablet contains Leflunomide (10 mg) which works on the body as follows:

• Dihydroorotate Dehydrogenase Inhibition: Leflunomide selectively inhibits an enzyme called dihydroorotate dehydrogenase. This enzyme plays a crucial role in the production of pyrimidine nucleotides, which are crucial for the functioning of T-cells and B-cells, cells involved in the inflammation process of rheumatoid arthritis.

• Decreases Inflammation: By inhibiting the production of pyrimidine nucleotides, leflunomide effectively decreases inflammation in the body, alleviating symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and slowing down its progression.

• Store Lefumide-10 Tablet at room temperature, ideally below 25°C.

• Protect the medicine from moisture and direct sunlight.

• Keep it in its original packaging until it's time to take it.

• Place it out of reach and sight of children.

• Always check the expiry date before taking the medicine.

• If you're managing rheumatoid arthritis with Lefumide-10 Tablet, consider following an anti-inflammatory diet. This means eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains while reducing your intake of processed foods and red meat.

• Regular low-impact physical activities such as walking or swimming can help maintain joint flexibility and strength. However, remember to consult your doctor before starting a new exercise regime.