Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S
About
Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is used to treat symptoms such as stiff,swollen and painful joints that are commonly seen in patients diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis,osteoarthritis and similar illnesses.Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S belongs to a group of drugs known as DMARDS (Disease modifying antirheumatic drugs) and mainly works by blocking the natural chemical pathways of the immune system,that cause inflammation in the human body.
A tablet a day,to be taken orally (by mouth) is the commonly prescribed dosage.Dosage essentially depends on the patient’s response to Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S and any adverse effects felt by the patient while undergoing treatment.Dosage is not to be increased or decreased without the consent of a physician and Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is to be taken for the recommended time period only.
Side effects such as,flu-like symptoms,stomach problems,headaches and dizziness may be commonly felt by patients;these effects tend to be temporary and resolve on their own in a few days’ time.Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is not recommended to patients suffering from liver,kidney and heart illnesses.During treatment with Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S,the doctor will periodically do lab tests to monitor patient’s potassium and liver enzyme levels as well the patient’s blood pressure levels.
Description
Indications
Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S can be used to treat:
- Active rheumatoid arthritis
- Active psoriatic arthritis
How Does Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S Work
Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S works by preventing the immune system from carrying out its functions are thereby decreasing the inflammation happening at the joints.
How To Use Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S
Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is prescribed to be taken once daily;orally (by mouth) either with or without food.Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S’s dosage may differ for each patient as the treatment regime for each patient depends upon their illness,each patient’s response to Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S and any pre-existing medical condition a patient might have.Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is not prescribed to pregnant or lactating mothers nor to women who are planning to start a family.
It is normal to experience the changes of the drug on your body after a minimum of 2-4 weeks.During the course of the treatment,the doctor may alter the dosage (dosage is decreased after 3 days) depending on the patient’s response to treatment and any adverse effects felt by the patient.
It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day,an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S at the proper time each day.If patient misses a dose of Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S,they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then its beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and take the tablets as per schedule,doubling of doses has proven to cause severe side effects.
Dosage
Adult Dosage
Patients are commonly prescribed a high dosage for three days after which a lowered dose of Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is prescribed
Child Dosage
There isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is safe for patients under the age of 18 years
Elderly Dosage
For patients aged 65 years and above,due to decreased kidney function,Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S may not be effectively removed from the body and so,in such cases the doctor may prescribe an altered (lower) dose of the Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S.
Pregnancy Use And Lactation
This drug is not to be taken or prescribed to expecting and lactating mothers as it may have fatal consequences for the unborn child,especially if taken in the third trimester of pregnancy.If you are taking the drug and become pregnant,inform your doctor immediately,the doctor will ask you to stop using Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S and is likely to replace it with a different pregnancy safe drug.Small amounts of this drug can be transferred to the child through breast milk and therefore cause adverse effects in the child thus Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S isn’t recommended to lactating mothers.If you are planning to conceive and are taking Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S as treatment,then refer to the doctor.The physician is likely to change your medicine and dosage.
Contraindications
Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S:
- Allergy to Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S or any other medicine or food substance
- Moderate to severe liver impairment/disease
- Moderate to severe kidney impairment/disease
- Hypoprotienemia
- AIDs
- Autoimmune disorders
- Pregnant women
- Breastfeeding women
- Low red blood cell count
- Low white blood cell count
- Low platelet count
- Suffering from any active infection
Precautions
Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S:
- Mild to moderate liver impairment
- Mild to moderate kidney impairment
Interactions With Other Medications
Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S:
- Other DMARDs
- Alcohol
- Hepatotoxic (liver-damaging) drugs
- Haemotoxic (poisonous to blood) drugs
- Methotrexate
- Drugs metabolised by CYP2C9 (not NSAIDs)
- Live vaccines
- Cholestyramine
- Activated charcoal.
Adverse Effects
Common Adverse Effects
Like most medicines,Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S has certain side effects which include:
- Weakness
- Lightheadedness
- Dizziness
- Mouth ulcers
- Flu like symptoms
- Stomach problems (such as diarrhea,nausea,vomiting)
- Headaches
- Abdominal cramps
These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S.
Rare Adverse Effects
- Anemia
- Change in taste
- Anxiety
- Decreased potassium levels
- Numbness in hands and feet
- Increased fat and cholesterol levels
If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor
How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects
- Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe
- Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhoea –Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re being sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water. If you have diarrhoea, replenish with plenty of water or other fluids.
- Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak –If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
- Change in taste- this tends to go away as soon as the patient stops taking the medicine but while treatment;salt water with baking soda (half a teaspoon of salt and baking soda in water) rinses and chewing on sugar free gum can help dissipate the change in taste.
Key Facts About Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S
- Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is prescribed to patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis
- A tablet daily is the commonly prescribed dosage
- Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is not safe to be prescribed to children under the age of 18 years nor to pregnant and/or breastfeeding women
- Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S may cause headaches,dizziness and stomach problems
- Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S may stay in the body for upto two years
FAQ
#1.WHY IS CHOLESTYRAMINE PRESCRIBED AFTER TREATMENT WITH Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S?
Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S can stay in the human body for upto two years after treatment with Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S ends and therefore to remove Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S immediately and effectively from the body,patients are prescribed cholestyramine.
#2.HOW TO STORE Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S?
Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.
#3.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S?
An extra dose or two of Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is not known to cause any harm but an excess ingestion of Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is a cause for concern and should be avoided and immediately reported to the doctor as it may lead to serious side effects such as fainting,breathlessness and irregular heartbeats.
#4.WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S?
If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.
#5.WILL Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?
No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.
#6.CAN I TAKE Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?
No,Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy.
#7.WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE TREATMENT WITH Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S AND HOW OFTEN?
Kidney and liver function tests along with blood tests to keep a check on serum potassium levels are advised to be done periodically.It is also advised that patients learn to monitor their own blood pressure levels daily from the comfort of their homes and inform their doctor of any changes seen.
#8.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?
Yes.There is no evidence to suggest that Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S interacts with oral contraceptives.
#9.CAN Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S CAUSE DIZZINESS? IF SO, HOW SHOULD I MANAGE IT?
Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during the course of your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.
#10.DOES Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S CAUSE ADDICTION?
No.This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.
#11.HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?
It is a long-term treatment and you might have to continue taking the medication even for the rest of your life.
#12.CAN I CONSUME ALCOHOL WITH Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S?
Alcohol is also known to lower your blood pressure which if taken with the medication may lead to extreme dizziness. It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during the course of your treatment.
#13.WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S?
It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day,an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S at the proper time and at least an hour before having any meal.If patient misses a dose of Aidra 100mg Tablet 3 ‘S,they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then its beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose and take the tablets as per schedule,doubling of doses has proven to cause severe side effects.
Additional information
Type | Tablet |
---|---|
Feature | 100mg |
Unit | 'S |
Formula | Leflunomide |
Composition | Leflunomide 100 mg |
Brand | Wilshire Pharma |
Prescription Required | Yes |