Teriflunomide
Teriflunomide 14MG
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What is Teriflunomide?
Teriflunomide is an immunomodulatory drug primarily used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). It works by inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, reducing the proliferation of activated T and B lymphocytes, which are believed to contribute to the autoimmune attack on myelin.Side Effects
- Swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in your neck, armpit, or groin
- Fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
Warnings
- This medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before starting treatment. Use an effective form of birth control to prevent pregnancy.
- Teriflunomide may stay in your blood for up to 2 years after you stop using it. Your doctor can give you medicine to remove it from your body faster, if needed. Talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns about this.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bone marrow problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, lung disease, nerve problems, any type of infection, or a history of tuberculosis.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver problemsLung problemsIncreased risk of cancerPeripheral neuropathySerious skin reactions (including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), which may affect multiple organs, including liver, kidneys, or heart
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- Swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in your neck, armpit, or groin
- Fast, slow, or pounding heartbeat
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
- Fever, chills, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, body aches
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Blistering, peeling, red skin rash
- Cough, trouble breathing or swallowing
- Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes
- Numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands, arms, legs, or feet
- This medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before starting treatment. Use an effective form of birth control to prevent pregnancy.
- Teriflunomide may stay in your blood for up to 2 years after you stop using it. Your doctor can give you medicine to remove it from your body faster, if needed. Talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns about this.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, bone marrow problems, diabetes, high blood pressure, lung disease, nerve problems, any type of infection, or a history of tuberculosis.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Liver problemsLung problemsIncreased risk of cancerPeripheral neuropathySerious skin reactions (including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS), which may affect multiple organs, including liver, kidneys, or heart
- This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
- You will need to have a test for tuberculosis before you start to use this medicine.
- Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Your doctor will also need to check your blood pressure.
- Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
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Teriflunomide 14MG
What is Teriflunomide ?
Teriflunomide is an immunomodulatory drug primarily used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (MS). It works by inhibiting the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase, reducing the proliferation of activated T and B lymphocytes, which are believed to contribute to the autoimmune attack on myelin.
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Licensed US providers · Online visit in minutes
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