Precautions for teriflunomide tablets

Teriflunomide (trade nameAubagio) is an immunomodulatory drug with significant anti-inflammatory effects. It is mainly used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults, covering clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease and active secondary progressive disease. Currently, this drug has been officially launched in China as a prescription drug, and patients must consult a professional doctor before starting to use it. When taking teriflunomide tablets, please note the following important things:

First, this drug should be contraindicated in patients allergic to teriflunomide. Additionally, you should avoid using teriflunomide if you have severe liver disease or are taking leflunomide (Arava).

Secondly, teriflunomide is contraindicated in women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. Make sure to have a negative pregnancy test before starting treatment. During the entire treatment period, effective contraceptive measures should be taken to avoid pregnancy. If you miss your period or suspect you are pregnant, stop taking the medicine immediately and contact your doctor. After stopping the drug, you need to continue taking birth control measures until the "drug elimination" process is completed to ensure that the drug has been completely eliminated from the body. Male patients should note that if your sexual partner may become pregnant, please take effective contraceptive measures and continue to use them after stopping the drug until the drug elimination process is completed.

In addition, if you have suffered from liver or kidney disease, high blood sugar, high blood pressure, or have experienced skin problems, fever, uncontrollable infection, difficulty breathing, tuberculosis, neurological problems, etc., please inform your doctor before taking teriflunomide so that the doctor can evaluate your health condition and ensure the safety of the medication.

In addition, do not receive "live" vaccines while taking teriflunomide and for at least 6 months after stopping the drug. During this time, the vaccine may not be as effective and may not completely protect you from the disease. Live vaccines include measles, mumps, rubella, rotavirus, typhoid, yellow fever, chickenpox, shingles, and nasal flu (influenza) vaccines.

Finally, do not breastfeed while taking teriflunomide to ensure the safety of your baby.

Please be sure to follow your doctor's instructions, use Teriflunomide tablets correctly, and pay attention to the above precautions to ensure your health and safety.

It is understood that teriflunomide has been included in medical insurance, and patients can enjoy reimbursement benefits. Its generic drugs are also sold overseas, and the price is much cheaper.