Tofajak 5mg Bottle Of 60 Tablets

By CIPLA LIMITED

60 Tablet(s) in Bottle

MRP ₹1320.00

₹1161.6012% OFF

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Tofajak 5 MG Description

Tofajak 5 mg tablet contains tofacitinib as its active ingredient. It is used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Tofajak 5 works by decreasing the inflammatory response, thereby reducing pain and inflammation in joints and slowing further damage. It is a prescription medicine and must be taken as advised by the rheumatologist or specialised doctor. Tofajak 5mg Tablet carries an increased risk of serious infections, which can be life-threatening and may include tuberculosis, fungal infections and Bacterial, viral, including herpes zoster, and other infections due to opportunistic pathogens. Patients taking immunosuppressants or with chronic/recurrent infections should use this medication with caution. If a serious infection occurs, Tofajak 5mg Tablet should be stopped by the doctor until it is controlled. Close monitoring for infection signs and symptoms is essential during and after treatment, including screening for tuberculosis in patients who previously tested negative.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹1161.60
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Contains	Tofacitinib(5.0 Mg)
Uses	Rheumatoid arthritis Active, Psoriatic arthritis
Side effects	Diarrhoea Headache High blood pressure
Therapy	DRUGS FOR RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Tofajak 5 MG

Rheumatoid arthritis
Active Psoriatic arthritis

Contraindications of Tofajak 5 MG

Allergy to the active ingredient of any of the excipients of Tofajak 5 mg tablet

Side effects of Tofajak 5 MG

ffects of the Product

Diarrhoea
Headache
High blood pressure
Upper respiratory tract infections (common cold, sinus infection)
Nasopharyngitis (nasal congestion, sore throat, and runny nose)
Risk of clots (breathing difficulty, severe pain in legs)
Abdominal discomfort
Anaemia
Recurrent infections

Precautions and Warnings of Tofajak 5 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Tofajak 5 mg tablet during pregnancy?

Limited information is available on the use of Tofajak 5 mg tablet in pregnant women. Use in pregnancy is not recommended.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Tofajak 5 mg tablet Breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment and for at least 18 hours after the last dose of Tofajak 5.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Tofajak 5 tablet?

Tofajak 5 has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with a Tofajak 5 mg tablet?

No information is available on the interactions of Tofajak 5 mg tablet and alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You had any previous infections or currently have any infection
You have latent or active tuberculosis, or are you on anti-tubercular therapy
You have lived or travelled to areas of endemic tuberculosis or endemic mycoses
You have low haemoglobin
You have a low white blood cell count
You have diabetes
You have any liver or kidney problems
You have any heart problem
You had or have Hepatitis B or C
You have ulcers in the stomach or intestine
You are pregnant or plan to become pregnant
You are breastfeeding

Directions for Use of Tofajak 5 MG

Take Tofajak 5 mg tablet as prescribed by your doctor
Do not stop medication or modify dosage by yourself
Report any side effects to your doctor immediately
Swallow the tablets whole. Do not chew, crush, dissolve, or divide the tablets
You can take the tablets with or without food

Storage and disposal of Tofajak 5 MG

Store at 20-25°C
Store in original bottle to protect from moisture and away from sunlight
Ensure that it is out of sight and reach of minors
Do not use the tablets after the expiry date

Dosage of Tofajak 5 MG

Overdose

In the event of an overdose, report to your doctor immediately.

Missed a Dose

Report to your doctor immediately. Do not take extra doses to compensate for missed doses.

Mode of Action of Tofajak 5 MG

How Does It Work?

Tofajak contains Tofacitinib which is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor. These are enzymes which transmit signals to influence immune cell function. Tofacitinib modulates the signalling pathway, thereby ...

Interactions of Tofajak 5 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Tofajak 5 tablets may interact with other medicinal products; hence please share complete information with your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.
The use of Tofajak 5 tablets in combination with biological disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs or with potent immunosuppressants such as azathioprine and cyclosporine is not recommended.
Avoid the use of live vaccines concurrently with Tofajak 5. The interval between live vaccinations and initiation of tofacitinib therapy should be in accordance with current vaccination guidelines reg...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

References

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