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Arava and alcohol

Result of checker of drug Arava interaction with alcohol. Whether they can be taken together or this combination is not allowed.

Check result:

Arava <> Alcohol

Relevance: 01.01.2021

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 interaction with alcohol.

Consumer:

Leflunomide can be taken with or without food. It is important to take leflunomide regularly to get the most benefit. Discuss with your doctor the use of alcohol while taking leflunomide. Alcohol and leflunomide can both be damaging to the liver.

Professional:

GENERALLY AVOID: The consumption of alcohol during therapy with leflunomide may potentiate the risk of liver injury. Leflunomide has been associated with hepatotoxicity, including elevated liver transaminases, hepatitis, jaundice/cholestasis, hepatic failure, and acute hepatic necrosis,

MANAGEMENT: Patients should be advised to avoid excessive alcohol use during leflunomide treatment.

References:

Canadian Pharmacists Association "e-CPS. Available from: URL: http://www.pharmacists.ca/function/Subscriptions/ecps.cfm?link=eCPS_quikLink."
Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0

Arava

Generic Name: leflunomide

Brand Name: Arava

Synonyms: n.a.

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