Tofajak
Tofajak Products are primarily used for
Rheumatoid arthritis
About Tofajak Products
Tofajak Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Tofajak are Headache, Diarrhea, High blood pressure, Rash, Pneumonia, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Tuberculosis, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Urinary tract infection, Cellulitis, Herpes zoster, Diverticulitis, Appendicitis, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Cough, Abdominal pain, Vomiting, Nausea, Stomach inflammation, Dyspepsia, Joint pain, Fever, Peripheral edema, Fatigue.
How Tofajak Products work
Tofacitinib is an Janus kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking the action of the enzyme, Janus kinase. This decreases inflammation and joint damage in rheumatoid arthritis.
Patient Concerns about Tofajak Products
Frequently asked questions about Tofajak Products
Frequently asked questions about Tofacitinib
Q. Can I take Tofajak XR Tablet if I have liver problems?
Inform your doctor if you have liver problems, before starting Tofajak XR Tablet. This is done because in some cases Tofajak XR Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Therefore, your liver function needs to be investigated before starting Tofajak XR Tablet. Although, Tofajak XR Tablet can be given to patients with mild to moderate liver function impairment, but should not be prescribed to patients with severe liver impairment.
Q. Can Tofajak XR Tablet cause cancer?
Tofajak XR Tablet may increase the chances of developing the risk of certain cancers (lymphoma and other cancers including skin cancers) by affecting the working of the immune system. Hence, inform your doctor if you ever had or have any type of cancer.
Q. What is Tofajak XR Tablet used for?
Tofajak XR Tablet is approved for use in people with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis. It is an inflammatory disease of the joints. It is used if previous therapy did not work well or did not suit the patient. However, it can also be used earlier in treatment if the person does not respond well to the prescribed drugs. It can be used alone or together with some other medicines, such as methotrexate.
Q. How long does it take for Tofajak XR Tablet to start working?
Tofajak XR Tablet usually takes about 2 to 8 weeks before you start feeling better, and it can take 3 to 6 months to feel the maximum effect of this medication.
Q. Do I need to get any investigations done before starting Tofajak XR Tablet?
You may need to get your blood tests done before you start Tofajak XR Tablet or while you are taking it. Blood tests are done in order to check if you have a low red blood cell count (anemia), low white blood cell count (neutropenia or lymphopenia), high blood fat (cholesterol) or high levels of liver enzymes. It also helps to ensure that treatment with Tofajak XR Tablet is not causing problems. In addition to this, your doctor may advise you to get tested for tuberculosis before starting Tofajak XR Tablet, as using Tofajak XR Tablet may make an existing infection worse.
Q. Can Tofajak XR Tablet cause infections?
Tofajak XR Tablet is a medicine that affects your immune system. This may reduce your ability to fight infection and may increase the risk of getting a serious infection including tuberculosis. It may also include infections caused by severe fungal, bacterial or viral infections that spread through the body. In some cases, these infections can be life-threatening and may even cause death. Hence, it is advised to treat these infections in a hospital.
Q. If I am already taking tocilizumab, can I take Tofajak XR Tablet?
No, you should not take tocilizumab along with Tofajak XR Tablet. Tofajak XR Tablet affects the immune system, so you should avoid taking it with any other immunity-affecting medicine. Taking both medicines together can further increase the risk of infection and may lead to further complications.
Products for Tofajak
Tofajak XR Tablet
strip of 10 tablet xr
MRP
₹330
Tofajak-IN 5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹220
Tofajak-IN XR 11mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablet er
MRP
₹300
Tofajak 5mg Tablet
bottle of 60 tablets
MRP
₹1320
Tofajak Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹220