apollo
0
Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Teru MS Tablet is used to treat relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease. It contains Teriflunomide, which works by decreasing inflammation and the action of immune cells that cause nerve damage. Thus, it helps treat multiple sclerosis. Sometimes, Teru MS Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, diarrhoea, and hair loss.

Read more
rxMedicinePrescription drug

Whats That

tooltip
socialProofing27 people bought
in last 30 days

Composition :

TERIFLUNOMIDE-14MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Msn Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Teru MS Tablet

Teru MS Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called immunomodulatory agents indicated in the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease. Multiple sclerosis is a condition in which nerves do not function properly.

Teru MS Tablet contains Teriflunomide, which works by decreasing inflammation and the action of immune cells that cause nerve damage. Thus, it helps treat multiple sclerosis.

In some cases, Teru MS Tablet may cause side effects such as headache, nausea, diarrhoea, and hair loss. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not take Teru MS Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Teru MS Tablet is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Inform the doctor about the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Uses of Teru MS Tablet

Treatment of Multiple sclerosis

Directions for Use

Take the medicine as advised by the doctor. Treatment will be overseen by a doctor who is experienced in the treatment of multiple sclerosis.

Medicinal Benefits

Teru MS Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called immunomodulatory agents indicated in the treatment of relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis, including clinically isolated syndrome, relapsing-remitting disease, and active secondary progressive disease. Teru MS Tablet contains Teriflunomide, which works by protecting the central nervous system against attacks by the immune system by limiting the increase of lymphocytes (white blood cells). This helps limit the inflammation that leads to nerve damage in multiple sclerosis.

How Teru MS Tablet Works

Teru MS Tablet contains Teriflunomide, which works by decreasing inflammation and the action of immune cells that cause nerve damage. Thus, it helps treat multiple sclerosis.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Teru MS Tablet

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Hair loss

What if I have taken an overdose of Teru MS Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause poisoning or serious side effects. If you suspect that you may have overdosed of Teru MS Tablet or observe any side effects, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Teru MS Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components, teriflunomide or leflunomide; if you have severe liver disease, any serious condition that affects the immune system, bone marrow problems, low blood count, serious infection, serious kidney problem which requires dialysis, or hypoproteinaemia (low levels of protein). Inform the doctor if you have liver problems, high blood pressure, infection, diabetes, breathing problems, severe skin reactions, respiratory symptoms, tuberculosis, or peripheral neuropathy. Do not take Teru MS Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult the doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment with Teru MS Tablet . This medicine may cause serious or life-threatening liver damage that may require a liver transplant. The risk of liver damage may be increased in people taking other medications known to cause liver damage and in people who already have liver disease. Seek medical attention if you experience symptoms of liver problems such as nausea, vomiting, unusual bleeding or bruising, extreme tiredness, lack of energy, pain in the upper right part of the stomach, loss of appetite, yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark-coloured urine, or flu-like symptoms.

Drug-Drug Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
TeriflunomideGefitinib
Severe
TeriflunomideAtorvastatin
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

Login/Sign Up

TeriflunomideGefitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Gefitinib can cause higher levels of Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's in the blood by reducing its excretion rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Gefitinib with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms, it's important to contact your doctor right away: fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, liver damage, or bleeding. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomideAtorvastatin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Coadministration of Atorvastatin and Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking atorvastatin and Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you happen to experience, fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark colored urine, light colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, you are advised to seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomideOlaparib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Using Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's together with olaparib may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's and olaparib can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
TeriflunomideFenofibrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Co- administration of Fenofibrate with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's can cause liver issues and taking it with other medications that might harm the liver, such as fenofibrate, can enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's and Fenofibrate, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have a fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TeriflunomidePrednisolone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's combined with prednisolone may raise the risk of serious infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's and Prednisolone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscular pains, shortness of breath, blood in the coughing fluid, weight loss, red or irritated skin, body sores, or discomfort or burning when urinating, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
TeriflunomideSodium Valproate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's and sodium valproate can increase the risk of causing liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's and sodium valproate can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Avoid alcohol while taking these medications, and consult your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
TeriflunomideEzetimibe
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's can cause higher levels of Ezetimibe in the blood by reducing its excretion rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ezetimibe with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomideCyclophosphamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Cyclophosphamide with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cyclophosphamide and Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you notice any symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, or muscle aches, it's best to contact a doctor right away. Other symptoms to watch out for include diarrhea, shortness of breath, weight loss, or pain during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TeriflunomideClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
When Clozapine is taken with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's it may increase the risk of infection.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Clozapine with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you're having any of these symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, or muscle aches, it's important to contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
TeriflunomidePioglitazone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's:
Co-administration of Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's and Pioglitazone may increase the risk of liver damage.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Pioglitazone and Teru MS 14mg Tablet 10's together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, light stools, and skin or eye yellowing, decreased hunger, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to the doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Login/Sign Up

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid heavily processed foods and saturated fats.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, and whole grains in the diet.
  • Try to stay active. Choose moderate exercises.
  • Quit smoking.
  • Prevent stress by doing meditation or yoga.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

IMMUNOMODULATORS

Teru MS Tablet Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Denopsy 14 mg Tablet 14's

    by Others

    102.86per tablet
  • Denopsy 14 mg Tablet 10's

    by Others

    102.87per tablet
  • Scleteri 14 mg Tablet 10's

    by AYUR

    112.68per tablet
  • Merosya 14 Tablet 10's

    by AYUR

    102.60per tablet
  • Aubagio 14mg Tablet

    by Others

    2328.21per tablet
bannner image

Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is unknown if Teru MS Tablet interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Teriflunomide belongs to pregnancy category X. Do not take Teru MS Tablet if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or think you may be pregnant.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Teriflunomide may pass into breast milk. Your doctor will make a decision whether to discontinue nursing or the medicine, taking into account the importance of the medicine to the mother.

bannner image

Driving

Caution

Teru MS Tablet may cause dizziness. So, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

bannner image

Liver

Caution

Teru MS Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver impairment. If you have a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Teru MS Tablet .

bannner image

Kidney

Caution

Do not take Teru MS Tablet if you have a serious kidney problem which requires dialysis. If you have a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Teru MS Tablet .

bannner image

Children

Caution

Teru MS Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

FAQs

Teru MS Tablet is used to treat Multiple sclerosis (MS).
Teru MS Tablet works by decreasing inflammation and the action of immune cells that cause nerve damage.
Teru MS Tablet may cause inflammation of the pancreas. Consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting or pain in the abdomen.
Avoid undergoing any vaccination while on treatment with Teru MS Tablet and for six months after taking the last dose of it. Talk to the doctor if you are due to undergo any vaccinations.
Teru MS Tablet may increase blood pressure. Your doctor may monitor blood pressure levels before and during the treatment.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

MSN Laboratories Pvt.Ltd., MSN House, Plot No: C-24, Industrial Estate, Sanathnagar, Hyderabad - 18 Telangana, INDIA
Other Info - TER0373

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.
whatsapp Floating Button

Add to Cart