Olumiant 4mg Strip Of 7 Tablets
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7 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Description
Olumiant 4mg tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It contains baricitinib as its active ingredient. This medicine works by decreasing immune activity by inhibiting cer
tain enzymes (janus kinase). Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disorder in which your body mistakenly attacks the healthy cells of the body causing inflammation and pain. It mainly occurs in joints (hands, wrists, and knees) causing pain, lack of balance, tenderness and misshapenness. This medicine relieves pain, swelling and tenderness in joints. The dose and duration of Olumiant 4mg tablet are decided by your doctor after careful assessment of your condition. Take it as advised and inform your doctor about your complete medical history before initiating the treatment.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹14377.92 |
| You Save | ₹6766.08 (32% on MRP) |
| Contains | Baricitinib(4.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Rheumatoid arthritis |
| Side effects | Infection, cold sores, nausea, diarrhoea |
| Therapy | DRUGS FOR RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS |
Uses
For the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to any component of Olumiant 4 mg.
- If you are pregnant or think may be pregnant.
Side effects
- Throat and nose infections
- Increased cholesterol levels
- Cold sores
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Headache
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Olumiant 4mg tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Olumiant 4mg tablet should not be used during pregnancy. Women of childbearing potential have to use effective contraception during and for at least 1 week after treatment. If you become pregnant while taking Olumiant 4mg tablet seek immediate medical advice.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Olumiant 4mg tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
Olumiant 4mg tablet should not be used during breast-feeding. Either breastfeeding or medicine should be discontinued as decided by the doctor depending on the benefit of breast-feeding for the child and the benefit of therapy for the woman.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Olumiant 4mg tablet?
A:
Olumiant 4mg tablet has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Olumiant 4mg tablet?
A:
Consult your doctor if you drink alcohol regularly. There is no interaction known between Olumiant 4 mg and alcohol.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have an infection or you are prone to get infections (weak immune system).
- You experience fever, wounds, feeling more tired than usual or dental problems.
- You have or had tuberculosis, herpes infection or hepatitis B or C.
- You have medical conditions, including kidney or liver problems, low blood cell counts, diabetes, lung disease, HIV.
- You are supposed to take any vaccine.
- You have cancer or liver function problems.
- You have inflammation in your intestine or any stomach problem.
- You have blood clotting disorder or have clots in legs or large veins.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Olumiant 4mg tablet contains baricitinib. This medicine inhibits the enzyme janus kinase. Janus kinase mediates certain inflammatory pathway that leads to tissue damage, inflammation, swelling and pain. By inhibiting this enzyme baricitinib helps relieve pain, tenderness, swelling and discomfort. It also improves movement and can reduce further tissue damage....
Directions for Use
- Take Olumiant 4mg tablet as advised by your doctor.
- It can be taken with or without food.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can affect the way Olumiant 4mg tablet or Olumiant 4mg itself can alter the action of other medicines taken along.
- Inform your doctor about all the medicine supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicine for the treatment of gout, medicines for modifying immune response, steroids, medicines for severe pain or inflammation.
Storage and disposal
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Dosage
Overdose
Seek immediate medical advice if you have taken more Olumiant than you should. Symptoms of an overdose can be similar to its side effects.
Missed a Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you forget your dose for an entire day, just skip the missed dose and take only a single dose as usual the following day. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I stop taking Olumiant 4mg tablet on my own?
A: No, you should not stop taking Olumiant 4mg unless your doctor tells you to stop taking it. This may reduce the effectiveness of treatment.
Q: Can I take this medicine if I have liver related problem?
A: Inform about your condition to your doctor or any medicine which you are being treated for your liver problem. Your doctor will decide the dose of Olumiant 4mg tablet accordingly.
Q: Does Olumiant 4 mg cause side effects?
A: Yes, like every medicine Olumiant 4mg tablet can cause side effects but not everyone taking this medicine gets those side effects.
Q: When should I take Olumiant 4mg tablet?
A: Olumiant 4 mg should be taken at the time as told by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food.
Q: What is the mechanism of action of Olumiant?
A: Olumiant 4mg tablet contains baricitinib. This medicine inhibits the enzyme janus kinase. Janus kinase mediates certain inflammatory pathway that leads to tissue damage, inflammation, swelling and pain. By inhibiting this enzyme baricitinib helps relieve pain, tenderness, swelling and discomfort. It also improves movement and can reduce further tissue damage.
Q: Can I take Olumiant for covid?
A: No, you should not take Olumiant or any medicine to treat or prevent COVID-19, unless it has been prescribed to you by your health care provider.
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Brand
OLUMIANT
Expires on or After
21/09/2025
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