Lefra contains the active ingredient Leflunomide and it is used in active moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis.
This medication is contraindicated (not advisable) during pregnancy, so it is probably a good idea that you notify your doctor ASAP. They might have you stop taking this medication. It is also a good idea to get tests during your pregnancy to ensure the health of your unborn child.
"Important contraindications are 'preexisting pregnancy', or women of childbearing potential not using reliable anticonceptive methods. Finally, women should not become pregnant before 2 years after termination of therapy have elapsed or undergo a rapid wash-out procedure as stated above. Men wishing to father a child should discontinue leflunomide after consultation with their prescribing physician and also undergo the wash-out procedure." You can read more about this medication on the page for Leflunomide Details.
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