Lefdol 10 mg Tablet

Lefdol 10 mg Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains 10 mg of leflunomide in each tablet. It belongs to the disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) class, which is used to help treat rheumatoid arthritis by reducing inflammation and slowing joint damage. This medicine is not a painkiller for quick relief; it works on the immune system over time to control the disease process. Lefdol 10 mg Tablet is taken by mouth and is one of the lower tablet strengths used for maintenance or dose adjustment when a doctor wants a smaller dose.

How it works: Lefdol 10 mg Tablet works by blocking an enzyme needed for activated immune cells to grow and multiply. By slowing these immune cells, leflunomide helps reduce the inflammation that damages joints in rheumatoid arthritis.

The 10 mg strength is lower than the commonly used 20 mg daily maintenance dose, so it may be chosen when a doctor wants a gentler dose or needs to reduce side effects. Lefdol 10 mg Tablet can be suitable for people who cannot tolerate a higher dose, or for those whose doctor wants a smaller maintenance amount after starting treatment. Because leflunomide builds up gradually in the body, the effect of this 10 mg tablet may not be felt right away and the exact regimen should be set by a clinician.

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Reducing joint inflammation
• Slowing progression of joint damage
• Maintenance dosing when a lower leflunomide dose is needed

• Take Lefdol 10 mg Tablet by mouth with a glass of water.
• Swallow the tablet whole; do not crush or chew it unless your prescriber tells you otherwise.
• Take it at the same time each day to help keep a steady level in your body.
• It can be taken with or without food if your doctor has not given different instructions.
• Do not change the dose or stop the tablet on your own, because leflunomide may stay in the body for a long time.
• If you miss a dose, follow your prescriber’s directions or your pharmacy label rather than doubling up.

Each Lefdol 10 mg Tablet provides 10 mg of leflunomide. For rheumatoid arthritis, a doctor may prescribe it once daily, but the exact schedule and whether this 10 mg strength is enough for you depend on your medical condition, response, and tolerance. Do not take more than the amount your doctor prescribes; the maximum daily dose is set by your prescriber, and many patients use 10 mg only when a lower dose is specifically needed.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Leflunomide may include:

• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Upset stomach
• Headache
• Hair thinning or hair loss
• Elevated liver tests
• High blood pressure

• Lefdol 10 mg Tablet can cause liver problems, so avoid alcohol and tell your doctor if you have liver disease.
• This medicine can raise the risk of infection, so report fever or signs of illness promptly.
• Do not use during pregnancy; leflunomide can harm an unborn baby and requires strict pregnancy precautions.
• Your doctor may monitor blood pressure, liver tests, and blood counts while you take this 10 mg tablet.
• Tell your prescriber about any history of tuberculosis or serious infections before starting treatment.
• Use caution if you drive or do tasks that require alertness until you know how the tablet affects you.
• Because leflunomide stays in the body for a long time, do not stop or switch treatments without medical advice.

• Methotrexate
• Warfarin
• Other medicines that can affect the liver, including high alcohol intake
• Live vaccines
• Cholestyramine or activated charcoal can change how leflunomide is removed from the body

Store Lefdol 10 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and heat, and keep it out of reach of children.