Leaflet LEFLON 10mg film-coated tablets


Indicated for: rheumatoid arthritis

Route of administration: oral

Substance: leflunomide (immunomodulator)

ATC: L04AA13 (Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents | Immunosuppressants | Selective immunosuppressants)

Precautions:
Avoid live vaccines
Avoid live vaccines

Avoid live vaccines during treatment if contraindicated.

Hepatotoxicity
Hepatotoxicity

This medicine may affect the liver.

Immunosuppression / infection risk
Immunosuppression / infection risk

This medicine may increase the risk of infections.

Leflunomide is a medication used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. It works by inhibiting pyrimidine synthesis, thereby reducing inflammation and autoimmune responses.

The medication is taken orally, usually once daily, and the dose is adjusted based on the patient's response. Monitoring of liver and hematologic function is important during treatment.

Side effects may include nausea, diarrhea, hair loss, or elevated liver enzymes. In rare cases, severe reactions such as hepatotoxicity or pancytopenia may occur.

Leflunomide is not recommended for pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant, as well as patients with severe liver impairment or hypersensitivity to this medication.

General data about LEFLON 10mg

  • Substance: leflunomide
  • Date of last drug list: 01-05-2018
  • Commercial code: W60266001
  • Concentration: 10mg
  • Pharmaceutical form: film-coated tablets
  • Quantity: 30
  • Product type: generic
  • Prescription restrictions: P-RF - Medicines prescription that is retained in the pharmacy (not renewable).

Concentrations available for leflunomide

  • 100mg
  • 10mg
  • 20mg