Barilup 4 mg Tablet

Composition of Barilup 4 mg Tablet

Barilup 4 mg Tablet contains Baricitinib (4mg). It belongs to the Enzyme / disease-modifying anti-rheumatic agent class of medicines.

Uses of Barilup 4 mg Tablet

Rheumatoid arthritis

Key benefits

• In Rheumatoid arthritis Barilup 4mg Tablet works by blocking the action of some chemicals which cause inflammation. It can help reduce pain
• stiffness
• and swelling in your joints and slow down the progression of bone and joint damage. This will help you do normal daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. Keep taking it even if you feel well because it prevents future harm and improves your symptoms.

How Barilup 4 mg Tablet works

Barilup 4mg Tablet works by blocking certain enzymes called JAK1 and JAK2. These enzymes help send signals in the body that control immune responses, cell growth, and inflammation. By blocking them, Barilup 4mg Tablet helps reduce inflammation and overactive immune reactions.

How to take Barilup 4 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Barilup 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Barilup 4mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can seriously suppress the bone marrow and damage the liver. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Barilup 4 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Barilup are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Barilup 4 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Medicines that suppress the immune system need regular blood tests — do not miss them. Report fever, sore throat, mouth ulcers or unusual bruising promptly if you are on an immune-suppressing medicine. Tell your doctor about any infection, and before any vaccination. Methotrexate for arthritis is taken ONCE A WEEK. Taking it daily by mistake is dangerous — check the day on your pack.

Do not take Barilup if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an active serious infection, or with severe liver or bone-marrow disease. Several of these medicines must not be used in pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor about all other medicines, especially anti-inflammatory painkillers and antibiotics. Live vaccines are generally avoided while on immune-suppressing treatment.

How to store Barilup 4 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Barilup 4 mg Tablet

Your doctor may order regular blood tests to monitor your liver function, kidney function, blood counts, and cholesterol level. Before starting treatment with this medication, your doctor may order a TB (tuberculosis) skin test and a chest X-ray. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

LUPIN LAB

Therapeutic class:

PAIN ANALGESICS

Drug class:

Enzyme / disease-modifying anti-rheumatic agent

Chemical class:

Pyrrolo [2,3- d] pyrimidines