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ARAVA DESCRIPTION
Arava (Leflunomide) - Tablet
Manufactured by Aventis Pharmaceuticals Inc. This medicine is a pyrimidine synthesis inhibitor used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.
Where Can I order Arava From? Can I buy Arava at Canadian Prices?
Yes, if you are from the U.S. then you can buy Arava at Canadian prices. Currently we will only accept an order for Arava from U.S. and Canadian residents. Both U.S. and Canadian residents require a prescription to purchase Arava and when you order Arava it will be delivered with express shipping.
Why is Arava prescribed?
Arava is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It reduces the pain, stiffness, inflammation, and swelling associated with this disease, and staves off the joint damage that ultimately results.
Most important fact about Arava
You MUST NOT take Arava if you are pregnant; it can harm the developing baby. If you are still in your childbearing years, your doctor will want to see negative results from a pregnancy test before starting you on Arava. You'll also need to use reliable contraceptive measures as long as you take the drug.
If you become pregnant while taking Arava, your doctor will stop the drug immediately and prescribe a regimen of cholestyramine (Questran) in 8-gram doses 3 times a day for 11 days. Questran helps to clear Arava from the bloodstream, possibly preventing harm to the unborn child.
How should you take Arava?
Your dosage of Arava will be decreased after the first 3 days. Never take more than your doctor prescribes.
--If you miss a dose...
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take 2 doses at the same time.
--Storage instructions...
Store Arava at room temperature away from light.
What Arava side effects may occur?
Arava Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Arava.
More common Arava side effects may include:
Abdominal pain, back pain, bronchitis, cough, diarrhea, dizziness, hair loss, headache, high blood pressure, indigestion, itching, joint disorders, loss of appetite, mouth ulcers, nausea, rash, respiratory infection, sore throat, stomach inflammation, tendon inflammation, urinary tract infection, vomiting, weakness, weight loss
Less common Arava side effects may include:
Abscess, acne, allergic reaction, anemia, angina, anxiety, asthma, blood in the urine, blurred vision, bone pain, bruising, bursitis, cataracts, chest pain, colitis, conjunctivitis (pinkeye), constipation, cysts, depression, dermatitis, diabetes, difficulty breathing, dry mouth, dry skin, eczema, eye problems, fever, flu-like symptoms, frequent urination, fungal infection of the mouth, fungal infection of the skin, gallstones, gas, general feeling of illness, gingivitis, hair discoloration, hernia, herpes infection, hyperthyroidism, insomnia, joint pain and inflammation, leg cramps, lung problems, menstrual disorders, migraine, mouth and throat inflammation, muscle aches, muscle cramps, nail disorders, nasal inflammation, neck pain, nosebleeds, prostate disorder, rapid heartbeat, sinus inflammation, skin bumps, pain, painful urination, palpitations, pelvic pain, pneumonia, purple spots on skin, skin discoloration, skin tingling, skin ulcers, sleep disorders, sweating, swelling, tarry stools, taste problems, tooth problems, vaginal fungal infection, varicose veins, vertigo
Why should Arava not be prescribed?
Remember that you must not take Arava if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. You'll also need to avoid this drug if it gives you an allergic reaction.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking Arava
If Arava is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Arava with the following:
Cholestyramine (Prevalite, Questran)
Methotrexate (Rheumatrex)
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Advil, Aleve, Motrin, and Naprosyn
Rifampin (Rifadin, Rifamate, Rifater)
Tolbutamide (Orinase)
Special Arava information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Do not take Arava while pregnant or breastfeeding. Taken during pregnancy, the drug can cause birth defects. And although it is not known whether Arava appears in breast milk, there is good reason to suspect that it will cause serious side effects in nursing infants.
Recommended Arava dosage
ADULTS
The recommended starting dose is one 100-milligram tablet daily for the first 3 days. The doctor will then reduce the dose to 20 milligrams a day. If side effects appear, the dose may be further decreased to 10 milligrams a day.
CHILDREN
Arava is not recommended for children less than 18 years old.
Arava Overdosage
Little is known about the effects of an overdose. However, any medication taken in excess can have dangerous consequences. If you suspect an overdose of Arava, seek emergency medical treatment immediately.
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