- This drug is used in diseases like Rheumatoid Arthritis, SLE Etc.
- This drug helps to bring / keep diseases under control by correcting immunological abnormalities. This helps in preventing damage to organs
- This drug is available in tablet and liquid form
- Dose of this drug is raised slowly to avoid side effects
- Periodic blood tests are done to monitor blood counts and liver functions and kidney functions
- Full effect of this drug may come after 4 months
Inform your doctor if you develop following symptoms on this drug
- Persistent low grade fever
- Recurrent oral ulcers
- Skin Rash
- Spontaneous bleeding from gums or blood in urine
- Black tar like sticky stool
- If you develop general swelling over body or swelling of feet
- Difficulty in breathing
- This drug can be given during pregnancy and breastfeeding