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Composition:

TOFACITINIB-5MG

Uses:

<p>Tofamit 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis, and Ulcerative colitis. The detailed uses of Tofamit 5mg Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis: </strong>Tofamit 5mg Tablet helps to manage moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis by reducing joint pain, inflammation, and slowing disease progression.</li><li><strong>Management of Psoriatic Arthritis:</strong> Tofamit 5mg Tablet treats active psoriatic arthritis by reducing joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and improving overall joint function.</li><li><strong>Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis:</strong> Tofamit 5mg Tablet helps to induce and maintain remission in moderate to severe ulcerative colitis.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Tofamit 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called Janus kinase inhibitors used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis.
  • Tofamit 5mg Tablet is indicated for patients with moderate to severe rheumatic arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis who have had intolerance or inadequate response to methotrexate or DMARDs (Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs).
  • This medicine helps lower inflammation and symptoms associated with rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis. 

FAQs

Tofamit 5mg Tablet is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis.

Tofamit 5mg Tablet works by blocking Janus kinase enzyme, thereby lowers inflammation and symptoms associated with rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis.

Hypertension/high blood pressure could be a side-effect of Tofamit 5mg Tablet. Consult your doctor before taking Tofamit 5mg Tablet if you have high blood pressure or if you are taking anti-hypertensive medicines.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Tofamit 5mg Tablet. Eat non-spicy meals and drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Tofamit 5mg Tablet might impair fertility in females of reproductive potential. It is not known if the effect is reversible. Therefore, talk to a doctor before starting Tofamit 5mg Tablet if you are trying to become pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this.

Tofamit 5mg Tablet affects the immune system and might lower the ability of the immune system to fight infections. Inform your doctor if you have an active infection, if you have a condition that increases the chance of having infections, if you are taking immunosuppressants, medicines that affect the immune system or corticosteroids.

Tofamit 5mg Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe liver impairment. Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with mild to moderate liver impairment. Please consult the doctor if you have liver problems.

Tofamit 5mg Tablet may increase the risk of cancer by changing the way the immune system works. Inform the doctor if you ever had any type of cancer.

Tofamit 5mg Tablet may begin working within 2-8 weeks after starting the treatment.

Tofamit 5mg Tablet should not be taken along with tocilizumab as it might increase the risk of infections. Before starting Tofamit 5mg Tablet, inform the doctor if you are taking tocilizumab.

Prior to starting Tofamit 5mg Tablet, active or latent tuberculosis test, CBC (complete blood count), LFT (liver function test), and lipid profile tests should be done.

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