• Atnitor 5 Tablet is used to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and ulcerative colitis
• It helps decrease pain, tenderness, and swelling in the joints by reducing inflammation
• It also helps slow the progression of bone and joint damage
• Atnitor 5 Tablet may be prescribed by itself or in combination with another medicine
• The tablets can be taken with or without food and it is best to take them at the same time each day
• Your dose will depend on your condition and what other medicines you are taking
• You should use it as your doctor tells you to
• Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to because your condition could get worse.
• The most common side effects of Atnitor 5 Tablet include upper respiratory tract infections, headache, diarrhea, and nasopharyngitis
• There are other less common side effects, some of them serious, including blood clots and tears in the stomach or intestine wall
• These need urgent medical attention
• If you have any worries about side effects, talk to your doctor.
• You may need blood tests before you are given this medicine and you should not start taking it if you have any kind of infection
• Make sure you talk to your doctor before starting treatment if you have or have ever had, tuberculosis, shingles, kidney or liver disease, hepatitis B or C, or blood clots in your legs or lungs
• Atnitor 5 Tablet can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections so avoid contact with people who have things you might catch (such as chickenpox, measles, flu)
• This medicine is not suitable for children under 18 years old and you should not use it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless your doctor feels the benefit is greater than the risk
• Your doctor may need to examine you regularly.

Uses of Atnitor 5 Tablet

• In Treatment of Ulcerative colitis Ulcerative colitis is a disease of the large intestine (colon) and rectum in which the lining of the bowel becomes red and swollen
• This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain
• It relieves these symptoms and also helps you to stay well by preventing them from coming back
• Drink plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine and stay hydrated
• In Treatment of Ankylosing spondylitis Ankylosing spondylitis is a rare type of arthritis that affects the spine or larger joints
• It usually starts in your lower back and can spread up to your neck or damage joints in other parts of your body
• Atnitor 5 Tablet helps reduce pain, stiffness and swelling in your spine and joints
• It helps improve flexibility and prevents disease progression
• This will help you lead a better and active life
• In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis Atnitor 5 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 the medicine even if you feel well because it is preventing future harm as well as improving your symptoms
• In Treatment of Psoriatic arthritis Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis that affects some people who have psoriasis, a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches
• Psoriatic arthritis is a type of inflammatory arthritis
• Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness and swelling, which may flare and subside
• Atnitor 5 Tablet helps reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling associated with the condition
• It also helps improve flexibility and prevents the disease progression
• This way it helps in the management of psoriatic arthritis and enhances patients' quality of life.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Atnitor 5 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.

Frequestly asked Questions

Can I take Atnitor 5 Tablet if I have liver problems?

Inform your doctor if you have liver problems, before starting Atnitor 5 Tablet. This is done because in some cases Atnitor 5 Tablet may cause an increase in liver enzymes. Therefore, your liver function needs to be investigated before starting Atnitor 5 Tablet. Although, Atnitor 5 Tablet can be given to patients with mild to moderate liver function impairment, but should not be prescribed to patients with severe liver impairment.

Can Atnitor 5 Tablet cause cancer?

Atnitor 5 Tablet may increase the chances of developing the risk of certain cancers (lymphoma and other cancers including skin cancers) by affecting the working of the immune system. Hence, inform your doctor if you ever had or have any type of cancer.

What is Atnitor 5 Tablet used for?

Atnitor 5 Tablet is approved for use in people with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis. It is an inflammatory disease of the joints. It is used if previous therapy did not work well or did not suit the patient. However, it can also be used earlier in treatment if the person does not respond well to the prescribed drugs. It can be used alone or together with some other medicines, such as methotrexate.

How long does it take for Atnitor 5 Tablet to start working?

Atnitor 5 Tablet usually takes about 2 to 8 weeks before you start feeling better, and it can take 3 to 6 months to feel the maximum effect of this medication.

Do I need to get any investigations done before starting Atnitor 5 Tablet?

You may need to get your blood tests done before you start Atnitor 5 Tablet or while you are taking it. Blood tests are done in order to check if you have a low red blood cell count (anemia), low white blood cell count (neutropenia or lymphopenia), high blood fat (cholesterol) or high levels of liver enzymes. It also helps to ensure that treatment with Atnitor 5 Tablet is not causing problems. In addition to this, your doctor may advise you to get tested for tuberculosis before starting Atnitor 5 Tablet, as using Atnitor 5 Tablet may make an existing infection worse.

Can Atnitor 5 Tablet cause infections?

Atnitor 5 Tablet is a medicine that affects your immune system. This may reduce your ability to fight infection and may increase the risk of getting a serious infection including tuberculosis. It may also include infections caused by severe fungal, bacterial or viral infections that spread through the body. In some cases, these infections can be life-threatening and may even cause death. Hence, it is advised to treat these infections in a hospital.

If I am already taking tocilizumab, can I take Atnitor 5 Tablet?

No, you should not take tocilizumab along with Atnitor 5 Tablet. Atnitor 5 Tablet affects the immune system, so you should avoid taking it with any other immunity-affecting medicine. Taking both medicines together can further increase the risk of infection and may lead to further complications.

Common and Known Side effects of Atnitor 5 Tablet

• Headache
• Upper respiratory tract infection
• Diarrhea
• Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)