
Redimard 25mg Tablet
Iguratimod (25mg)
by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Redimard 25mg Tablet is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. It works by improving abnormal immunological responses and suppressing the production of substances that cause redness and swelling. Redimard 25mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and do not stop taking the medicine even if you get better until that doctor tells you it is alright to stop. Drink an adequate amount of water while on treatment with this medicine, this will prevent you from getting kidney stones. The most common side effects of this medicine include liver dysfunction, pneumonia, and upper abdominal pain. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, let yor doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing you an alternative medicine or by adjusting the dose. To make sure the medicine is safe for you, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. You should also let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking before using this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Uses
- Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis
Benefits
In treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis
Redimard 25mg Tablet reduces pain, stiffness, and swelling in your joints and slows down the progression of bone and joint damage. This will help you do normal daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. Keep taking it even if you feel well because it is preventing future harm as well as improving your symptoms.
How it works
Redimard 25mg Tablet is a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD). It works by improving abnormal immunological response and suppressing the production of substances that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) in rheumatoid arthritis.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Redimard 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Liver dysfunction
- Pneumonia
- Upper abdominal pain
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Redimard 25mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Redimard 25mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Redimard 25mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether Redimard 25mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Redimard 25mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Redimard 25mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Redimard 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Chromones
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Pain analgesics
- Action Class
- Disease Modifying Anti-Rheumatoid Drugs (DMARDs)- Non biologics
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
- Salt composition
- Iguratimod (25mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
Same salt, other brands
Therapeutically equivalent. Ask your doctor or our pharmacist before substituting.
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.
