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Sj-&-G Fazal Elahi
Cara 20mg tab 30's
Leflunomide 20 mg
Inclusive of all taxes · Pack of 30 Tab
Prescription may be requested
This medicine is marked as relaxed. You can order it now, and our pharmacist may ask for a prescription before dispatch if needed.
Frequently asked
Can I take this medicine with food?
Yes. Food does not significantly affect absorption; may be taken with meals to reduce GI upsetWhat should I do if I miss a dose?
Take as soon as remembered unless close to next dose; do NOT double dose. Continue regular schedule
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Product Summary:
Cara 20 mg contains leflunomide, a pyrimidine synthesis inhibitor that reduces autoimmune inflammation by suppressing activated lymphocytes
Who It's For:
Cara 20 mg contains leflunomide, a pyrimidine synthesis inhibitor that reduces autoimmune inflammation by suppressing activated lymphocytes
Key Benefits:
Reduces joint inflammation, slows disease progression, improves physical function
- Generic name
- Leflunomide 20 mg
- Manufacturer
- Sj-&-G Fazal Elahi
- Form
- Tablet
- Pack size
- Pack of 30 Tab
- Prescription
- Relaxed — may be requested
- MRP
- Rs.1,830
Uses
Primary Use:
Rheumatoid arthritis
Also Used For:
Psoriatic arthritis (off-label in some settings)
Who May Benefit:
Patients with moderate–severe autoimmune arthritis not responding to first-line DMARDs (e.g., methotrexate intolerance)
Warnings & interactions
Warnings:
Hepatotoxicity risk, immunosuppression, teratogenicity, requires liver function monitoring
Avoid If:
Pregnancy, severe liver disease, severe immunodeficiency, uncontrolled infections
Interactions:
Methotrexate (↑ liver toxicity) - Rifampicin (↑ active metabolite levels) - Warfarin (↑ INR) - Live vaccines (reduced efficacy / infection risk) - Alcohol (↑ hepatotoxicity risk)
Common side effects
Diarrhea, nausea, elevated liver enzyme
Generic & branded alternatives
Same active ingredients — verified equivalents you can switch to.
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