Common Nausea, Headache, Dyspepsia, Rash, Diarrhoea, Increased liver enzymes, Respiratory tract infection.

Expert advice for Arava Tablet
You have been prescribed Arava to control the symptoms and slow down the progression of rheumatoid arthritis. Avoid contact with people who have cold, flu or other contagious illness. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol when taking Arava as it may harm your liver. Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problem.

Q. Is Arava an NSAID, immunosuppressant, blood thinner, chemotherapeutic agent?
No, Arava is not an NSAID, blood thinner or chemotherapeutic agent. It is an immunosuppressant anti-rheumatic drug

Q. Can I take Tylenol (acetaminophen), or ibuprofen with leflunomide, or Arava?
You can take Tylenol or ibuprofen with leflunomide or Arava which is brand name of leflunomide

Q. Does Arava cause weight or hair loss, bruising, high blood pressure, nausea, cancer, fatigue, or weight gain?
Arava may cause weight or hair loss, bruising, high blood pressure, and nausea (urge to vomit), but it is not known to cause weight gain, fatigue or cancer

Q. Does Arava help psoriasis?
Yes, Arava is used in the treatment of psoriasis.