UPADACITINIB 30 mg (Upadoz) x 30 Tablets

Uses of UPADACITINIB 30 mg

• Treats moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis
• Treats psoriatic arthritis
• Treats ulcerative colitis
• Treats Crohn’s disease
• Treats moderate to severe atopic dermatitis
• Helps manage other inflammatory conditions when prescribed

Benefits of UPADACITINIB 30 mg

• Helps reduce inflammation and immune-related symptoms
• Helps relieve joint pain and swelling
• May improve physical function and quality of life
• Helps control symptoms of inflammatory bowel diseases
• Provides convenient once-daily oral treatment

How Does UPADACITINIB 30 mg Work?

Upadacitinib 30 mg works by selectively blocking Janus kinase 1 (JAK1), an enzyme involved in immune-system signalling. By reducing the activity of inflammatory pathways, it decreases the production of substances that cause inflammation and helps control symptoms associated with autoimmune and inflammatory diseases.

Side Effects

• Upper respiratory tract infections
• Headache
• Nausea
• Acne
• Increased cholesterol levels
• Fatigue
• Increased risk of infections
• Elevated liver enzyme levels

Precautions

• Use only under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
• Regular blood tests may be required to monitor blood cell counts, liver function, and cholesterol levels.
• Inform your doctor if you have tuberculosis, hepatitis, liver disease, kidney disease, heart problems, cancer, or a history of blood clots.
• Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines and supplements you are taking to help prevent drug interactions.
• Avoid live vaccines during treatment unless advised otherwise by your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• Seek immediate medical attention if you develop signs of a serious infection, unusual bleeding, chest pain, breathing difficulty, weakness on one side of the body, or symptoms of a blood clot.