- This drug is used in serious diseases like SLE, Myositis 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 form
- Dose of this drug is raised slowly to avoid side effects
- Periodic blood tests are done to monitor blood counts and liver functions
- Full effect of this drug may come after 6 months
Inform your doctor if you develop following symptoms on this drug
- General itching, Skin rash
- Continuous low grade fever, Throat pain
- Continuous nausea, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea
- This drug cannot be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding