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Leflunomide and Peripheral neuropathy

Result of checking the interaction of drug Leflunomide and disease Peripheral neuropathy for safety when used together.

Check result:

Leflunomide <> Peripheral neuropathy

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Peripheral neuropathy has been reported during leflunomide therapy. Patients older than 60 years, patients taking concomitant neurotoxic medications, and diabetics may be at an increased risk for peripheral neuropathy. Therapy with leflunomide should be administered cautiously in these patients. Patients should be monitored for symptoms of neuropathy and if confirmed, consider discontinuing therapy and taking measures according to clinical practice.

Leflunomide

Generic Name: leflunomide

Brand Name: Arava

Synonyms: n.a.

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