Medications and Drugs
GENERIC NAME: AURANOFIN - ORAL (awe-RAN-oh-fin)
BRAND NAME(S): Ridaura
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WARNING: Rarely, this medication can cause severe (sometimes fatal) side effects including blood cell problems (decreased white blood cells and platelets). Immediately notify your doctor if you have signs of an infection (such as persistent sore throat or fever), unusual fatigue, dark or pink-reddish urine, itching, rash, mouth sores or irritation (stomatitis), or persistent diarrhea. Your doctor will be closely monitoring certain lab tests (e.g., white blood cells, platelets) before starting therapy and before you receive each injected dose or written prescription.
USES: This medication is used to treat pain, swelling and stiffness associated with arthritis that is not controlled by other therapies.
HOW TO USE: Take this medication as prescribed. Carefully read the patient package insert available with the product. Ask your doctor any questions you may have about this medication. It may take 3 to 4 months of therapy before the full benefits of this medication become apparent.
SIDE EFFECTS: May cause stomach upset, nausea, loss of appetite, stomach cramps, gas, dizziness, weakness, sweating or flushing. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience any of the following: mouth sores, sore throat, metallic taste in the mouth, nosebleeds, easy or unusual bleeding or bruising. Skin rash is common with this medication. If exposed to sunlight, skin may turn blue-grey in color. Avoid prolonged sun exposure and wear protective clothing. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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