Uses, Side Effects, Price of TOFAJAK 5mg Tablet 60's:

TOFAJAK 5MG contains Tofacitinib which belongs to a group of medicines called Janus Kinase inhibitors. It is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis and polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term disease that mainly causes pain and swelling of joints.

Tofacitinib is Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, which are intracellular enzymes which transmit signals arising from cytokine or growth factor-receptor interactions on the cellular membrane to influence cellular processes of hematopoiesis and immune cell function. It works by inhibiting the JAK-STAT pathway to decrease the inflammatory response.

Before taking TOFAJAK 5MG, tell your physician if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medicine is not suitable for use in children and adolescents below 18 years of age. The common side effects are headache, nausea, diarrhoea and upper respiratory tract infections.

USES OF TOFAJAK 5mg Tablet 60's

• Treats rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ulcerative colitis and polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis

Benefits of TOFAJAK 5mg Tablet 60's:

Tofacitinib works by decreasing cytokines, which is a protein in the body that helps to control the immune system. When a body has an infection, cytokines increase to help fight the infection.

Always take TOFAJAK 5MG as instructed by your doctor. Swallow whole and do not crush or chew. It can be taken with or without food.

SIDE EFFECTS OF TOFAJAK 5mg Tablet 60's:

• Fever and chills
• Cough
• Skin blisters
• Stomach ache
• Persistent headaches
• Infections of nose, throat or the windpipe

Caution :

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Keep away from direct sunlight.

FAQs :ABOUT TOFAJAK 5mg Tablet 60's

Q1 Can I take TOFAJAK 5MG if I have liver problems? It is not recommended if you have severe liver problems. Consult your doctor for advice.

Q2 How long does it take for TOFAJAK 5MG to start working? It 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.

Q3 Is TOFAJAK 5MG an immunosuppressant? Yes, it is an immunosuppressant (a medicine that reduces the activity of the immune system) that works by blocking the action of enzymes known as Janus kinases.