Pros & Cons
Leflunomide (Arava) Pros and Cons
- You only need to take leflunomide once daily by mouth.
- There is a lower-cost generic available.
- It works well to control rheumatoid arthritis symptoms.
- Leflunomide can cause many serious side effects.
- It can stay in your body for up to 2 years after discontinuing treatment.
- Pregnant women should not take this drug due to the risk of serious birth defects.
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