• Leflunomide is taken as one pill once a day.
• It treats non-serious lupus skin, joint and other organ disease.
• It reduces the requirement for steroids, such as prednisone.
• It’s side effects include:

  –Mouth sores

  –Nausea and stomach upset

  –Tiredness and dizziness

• Your doctor will monitor your blood test for rare effects on liver tests and blood counts.