What is Tofacitinib 5mg Tablet?
Tofacitinib is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Tofacitinib is a groundbreaking oral medication that has significantly improved the treatment landscape for autoimmune diseases. As a JAK inhibitor, it works by targeting specific enzymes involved in the inflammatory process, thereby reducing pain, swelling, and stiffness in affected joints or tissues.
How Tofacitinib Tablet works?
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.
Common Side Effects of Tofacitinib tablet:
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
Frequently asked questions for Tofacitinib
 1. Can I take Tofacitinib if I have liver problems?
Inform your doctor if you have liver problems, before starting Tofacitinib. This is done because in some cases Tofacitinib may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Therefore, your liver function needs to be investigated before starting Tofacitinib. Although, Tofacitinib can be given to patients with mild to moderate liver function impairment, but should not be prescribed to patients with severe liver impairment.
 2. Can Tofacitinib cause cancer?
Tofacitinib 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.
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