Arthanib XR 11 mg (Tablet (Extended Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 80.00 (1 x 10: ৳ 800.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 800.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Tofacitinib |
| Company | Aristopharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Arthanib XR
Categories
- Medicine
- Pharmaceutical
Description
- Treats Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Treats Psoriatic Arthritis
- Treats Ulcerative Colitis
- Immunosuppressant
- Pharmacology: JAK Inhibitor
- Pregnancy Category C
- Pediatric Use: Not established
- Geriatric Use: Caution advised
Indications
- Indicated for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Indicated for Psoriatic Arthritis
- Indicated for Ulcerative Colitis
Mode of Action
- Inhibits JAK-STAT signaling pathway
- Prevents body from responding to cytokine signals
- Reduces tissue inflammation and joint damage
Dosage & Administration
- 5 mg twice daily for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- 11 mg once daily for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- 5 mg twice daily for Psoriatic Arthritis
- 10 mg twice daily for Ulcerative Colitis
- Dosage adjustment for renal and hepatic impairment
Interaction
- Interaction with CYP3A4 inhibitors
- Interaction with CYP inducers
Side Effects
- Common adverse reactions listed
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Category C - potential benefit justifies potential risk
Precautions & Warnings
- Avoid during serious infections
- Caution for gastrointestinal perforations
- Recommended laboratory monitoring
- Avoid use with live vaccines
Use in Special Populations
- Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients not established
- Caution for geriatric use
- Dosage adjustment for renal and hepatic impairment
Therapeutic Class
- Immunosuppressant
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C
- Protect from light & moisture