Arthritis & immune disease medicine
Tofajak 5mg Tablet contains the active constituent tofacitinib. It is used to treat Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis, polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis and juvenile psoriatic arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a form of arthritis that causes pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function in the joints. Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects some people having psoriasis – a condition in which itchy, scaly red patches appear on the scalp and skin. Juvenile psoriatic arthritis is psoriatic arthritis affecting children.
Ulcerative colitis is a disease in which inflammation and ulcers are developed in the digestive tract, primarily in the large intestine and rectum. Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis is childhood arthritis that causes swelling of joints and pain. This medication is not advisable for lactose intolerant patients as this medicine contains lactose. Do not take live vaccines along with the Tofajak 5mg Tablet. Talk to your doctor if you have tuberculosis, chronic lung disorders, gastrointestinal perforations, or active infection.
Uses of Tofajak 5mg Tablet:
Rheumatoid arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis
Ulcerative colitis
Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Juvenile psoriatic arthritis
How Tofajak 5mg Tablet works:
It blocks the action of Janus kinase enzymes (JAK), which are involved in the inflammation and relieves symptoms.
Interactions with other drugs:
Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.
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