Arava and its Uses
Generic Arava is used to treat active rheumatoid arthritis in adults to reduce signs and symptoms and to slow down damage to joints.
Generic Arava belongs to a class of arthritis drugs known as disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs).
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Generic Arava is Designed specifically to treat inflammatory arthritis, Generic Arava works on the immune system and is able to slow down the progression of the disease, especially in the affected joints.
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Arava Dose
MIssed Dose of Arava
Take Generic Avara missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose of Arava and only take your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of Arava .
Excess Dose of Arava
Generic Arava in excess dose may show symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood problems, and liver problems.
Conditions for Storage of Arava
Store Arava at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Potencies of Arava
Arava Tablets : Avara 10 mg & Avara 20 mg
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Food and Drug Interactions with Arava
Generic Arava may interact with the following:
- cholestyramine (Questran, Prevalite, LoCHOLEST)
- alcohol
- methotrexate (Rheumatrex)
- activated charcoal
- rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane)
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Contraindications with Arava
Generic Arava is contraindicated in the following:
- Pregnancy should be avoided if either partner is taking Arava.
- It is not known whether Generic Arava is excreted in human milk, nursing mothers should not take Arava.
- Use of Generic Arava in patients less than 18 years of age is not recommended.
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Generic Arava should be used with caution in:
- Caution should be used when giving Generic Arava to people with known kidney problems.
- Regular blood tests to monitor blood cells and the liver are necessary while taking generic Arava.
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Adverse effects with Arava
The adverse effects associated with Generic Arava are:
- Dry mouth
- Insomnia
- Hair loss
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Tiredness
- Acne
- Dark yellow urine
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Increases in blood pressure
- Yellowing of the skin or eyes.
- Signs of a possible allergic reaction are rash
- Swelling
- Liver damage
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