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(also known as Leflunomide)
AravaŽ is indicated in adults for the treatment of active moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis arthritis to reduce signs and symptoms, to inhibit structural damage as evidenced by X-ray erosions and joint space narrowing, and to improve physical function.
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Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Rheumatoid Arthritis | 140 |
57% |
| Arthritis | 6 |
67% |
| Lupus | 5 |
80% |
| Ankylosing Spondylitis | 2 |
50% |
| Sjogren's Syndrome | 1 |
0% |
Overall, 58% (156
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Arava Reviews
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3 a day, no noticeable side effects
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My hair fell out and I was week and wouldn't eat.
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until my hair started falling out
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some good days some bad causes diarhea
Somewhat Helpful
I am now on Arava. It is helping somewhat, I take it along with the steriods.
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Still lots of bad days. Hair loss and amenorrhea.
Somewhat Helpful
The medicine gave some relief but caused major skin problems!
Somewhat Helpful
Tried everything. Now adding Enbrel once a week.
Too Soon To Tell
I recently restarted med about 1 week ago DR stated may take 1 month to see effects
Too Soon To Tell
Just started and it is too soon to tell but giving me the side affect of upset stomach and bad wind yay!
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Discussions
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ARAVA?
I was on Arava for about 5 months and had to stop because of my liver levels going crazy. Lynne [More] -
leflunomide, anyone?
Hi civansita, Arava is another name for levflunamide. I was on it for awhile, and the biggest thing to worry about is your liver. It is hepatoxic. ... [More] -
Leflunomide?
For me the combination of Leflunmide and Remicade has changed my condition greatly. i have had RA for over 20 yrs. i went on disability about 8yrs ago... [More] -
Leflunomide?
I've been taking it for about 3 months. It seemd to help. I also take mtx. The biologics seem to help the best. I was on Enbrel until we switched ... [More] -
Leflunomide?
My Rheumy just started me on Leflunomide. Has anyone taken this medicine for their RA? I was on MTX for about 3 months, and it seemed to do nothing. T... [More]
