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Composition:

TOFACITINIB-5MG

Uses:

<p>'Tofastar Tablet is used in the treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis, and Ulcerative colitis. The detailed uses of Tofastar Tablet are as follows:<br/> • Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Tofastar Tablet helps to manage moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis by reducing joint pain, inflammation, and slowing disease progression.<br/> • Management of Psoriatic Arthritis: Tofastar Tablet treats active psoriatic arthritis by reducing joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and improving overall joint function.<br/> • Treatment of Ulcerative Colitis: Tofastar Tablet helps to induce and maintain remission in moderate to severe ulcerative colitis.<br/>'</p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Tofastar Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called Janus kinase inhibitors used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis. 

Tofastar Tablet is indicated for patients with moderate to severe rheumatic arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis who have had intolerance or inadequate response to methotrexate or DMARDs (Disease-Modifying Anti-Rheumatic Drugs).

FAQs

Tofastar Tablet is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ulcerative colitis.

Tofastar Tablet works by blocking Janus kinase enzyme, thereby lowers inflammation and symptoms associated with rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis.

Hypertension/high blood pressure could be a side-effect of Tofastar Tablet . Consult your doctor before taking Tofastar Tablet if you have high blood pressure or if you are taking anti-hypertensive medicines.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Tofastar Tablet . Eat non-spicy meals and drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Tofastar Tablet might impair fertility in females of reproductive potential. It is not known if the effect is reversible. Therefore, talk to a doctor before starting Tofastar Tablet if you are trying to become pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this.

Tofastar Tablet affects the immune system and might lower the ability of the immune system to fight infections. Inform your doctor if you have an active infection, if you have a condition that increases the chance of having infections, if you are taking immunosuppressants, medicines that affect the immune system or corticosteroids.

Tofastar Tablet is not recommended for patients with severe liver impairment. Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with mild to moderate liver impairment. Please consult the doctor if you have liver problems.

Tofastar Tablet may increase the risk of cancer by changing the way the immune system works. Inform the doctor if you ever had any type of cancer.

Tofastar Tablet may begin working within 2-8 weeks after starting the treatment.

Tofastar Tablet should not be taken along with tocilizumab as it might increase the risk of infections. Before starting Tofastar Tablet , inform the doctor if you are taking tocilizumab.

Prior to starting Tofastar Tablet , active or latent tuberculosis test, CBC (complete blood count), LFT (liver function test), and lipid profile tests should be done.