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Tofajak Ointment 15gm
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Tofacitinib
Manufacturer : CIPLA LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
1 Tube(s) Of 15gm
Introduction to Tofajak Ointment 15gm
Tofajak Ointment 15gm contains the active substance tofacitinib. It is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatoid drug (DMARDs) that belongs to the class immunomodulators. It is used alone or with other medications to treat rheumatoid arthritis (A condition in which the body attacks its joints, causing pain, swelling, and loss of function) in adults who are unable to take or do not respond to other medications. It is also used to treat psoriatic arthritis (A condition that causes joint pain and swelling, and scales on the skin). It is also indicated for treating adult patients with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis.
Other uses of Tofajak Ointment 15gm include ankylosing spondylitis (inflammatory disease of the spine). It is also used to treat active polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis, a long-term disease that mainly causes pain and swelling of your joints in patients 2 years of age and older. The medicine works by decreasing the activity of the immune system. Inform your physician if you have a severe blood infection, active tuberculosis, and liver problems. Notify your doctor if you ever had or have a hepatitis B infection because this medicine could cause the hepatitis B to become active again.
Do not take Tofajak Ointment 15gm if you are allergic to tofacitinib or any other ingredients of this medicine. Inform your healthcare professional if you have any symptoms of an infection, such as fever, sweating, chills, muscle aches, cough, shortness of breath, weight loss, skin sores, difficulty or pain when swallowing, diarrhea, or stomach pain. Before initiating the treatment, inform your physician if you have kidney, heart, lung, or liver problems, a history of tuberculosis, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol, and also if you are a current or past smoker.
Uses of Tofajak Ointment 15gm
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Psoriatic arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Ulcerative colitis
- Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile psoriatic arthritis
Therapeutic Effects of Tofajak Ointment 15gm
Tofajak Ointment 15gm is a disease modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD) belonging to the category of Janus Kinase Inhibitors. Janus kinase is a enzyme (tyrosine kinase) involved in the signaling of cytokine receptors. Tofajak Ointment 15gm works by inhibiting Janus kinases, and interferes with the transcription of genes involved in cell growth and differentiation.
Interaction of Tofajak Ointment 15gm with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, vaccinations, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with the effects of tofacitinb and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Tofajak Ointment 15gm
- Store Tofajak Ointment 15gm at room temperature (20°C to 25°C)
- Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets.
How to consume Tofajak Ointment 15gm
This medicine is only for topical use. Always use Tofajak Ointment exactly as advised by your doctor. Apply the ointment as a thin layer to the affected areas of your skin. Avoid using the ointment inside your nose, mouth, or eyes. Before using the ointment, be sure your skin is completely dry. Your doctor will say the exact amount and time you should use this ointment.
Safety Advices for Tofajak Ointment 15gm
Pregnancy
Tofajak Ointment 15gm is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant.
Breast Feeding
If you are a breastfeeding mother, consult your doctor before using Tofajak Ointment 15gm.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Tofajak Ointment 15gm can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver
It is unknown whether Tofajak Ointment 15gm can be used in patients with liver disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any liver diseases before starting the treatment.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol when taking Tofajak Ointment 15gm. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Driving
The drug has no or limited effect on your ability to drive or operate heavy machines. If you face any difficulties, consult your doctor for more advice
Side Effects of Tofajak Ointment 15gm
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Lung cancer
- White blood cell cancer
- Heart attack
- Fever and chills
- Blood in the stool
- Stomach pain or abdominal pain
- Skin blisters
Common:
- Increased cholesterol levels
- Headache
- Painful urination
- Inflammation of the nose
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Diarrhea
- Skin rashes
Word of Advice
Wash your hands before and after using the ointment. Avoid contact with the eyes. If the ointment accidentally gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention if irritation persists. Do not apply the ointment if you have skin problems. If possible, perform a patch test to ensure safe application.
FAQs
Q 1. What are the cautions of Tofajak Ointment 15gm?
Tell your doctor immediately if you start to have swelling of your face, lips, tongue, throat, arms, or legs or if you are having trouble swallowing or breathing. Tofajak Ointment 15gm can temporarily lower the number of white blood cells in your blood, increasing the chance of getting an infection.
Q 2. How to use Tofajak Ointment 15gm?
This medicine is only for topical use. Always use Tofajak Ointment exactly as advised by your doctor. Apply the ointment as a thin layer to the affected areas of your skin. Avoid using the ointment inside your nose, mouth, or eyes. Before using the ointment, be sure your skin is completely dry. Your doctor will say the exact amount and time you should use this ointment.
Q 3. Can Tofajak Ointment 15gm cause depression?
No, Tofajak Ointment 15gm does not cause depression. However, many people who have autoimmune conditions also have symptoms of depression. If you're having symptoms of depression, see your doctor right away.
Q 4. How long does it take Tofajak Ointment 15gm to work?
Tofajak Ointment 15gm is a long-term treatment. Most people who benefit from this treatment will notice an improvement in the first 12 weeks of starting treatment.
Q 5. What should I do if I have accidently put the ointment in my eyes?
If the ointment accidentally gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Fact Box of Tofajak Ointment 15gm
Molecule name: Tofacitinib | Therapeutic class: Anti-rheumatic, Anti-inflammatory agents
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Pharmacological class: Tyrosine kinase inhibitor | Indications: 1. Rheumatoid arthritis 2. Psoriatic arthritis 3. Ankylosing spondylitis 4. Ulcerative colitis 5. Polyarticular juvenile idiopathic arthritis 6. Juvenile psoriatic arthritis
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Dosage forms: Ointment | Habit forming: No |
References
- Pfizer limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (emc) [Revised Mar 2023] [Accessed on Mar 2024] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/2500/smpc
- Pfizer limited, FDA, [Revised May 2018] [Accessed on Mar 2024] https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/203214s018lbl.pdf
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