Leflunomide (Oral Route)

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Leflunomide (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Arava

Description

Leflunomide is used to relieve some symptoms caused by rheumatoid arthritis, such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. This medicine works by stopping the body from producing too many of the immune cells that are responsible for the swelling and inflammation.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
Before Using
Source: 7E110DB7-45D2-4091-AF32FE446B73C650

DR601555

Portions of this document last updated:

June 1, 2009

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