Let's take a minute to talk about your medication.

This is Rinvoq. It is used to treat an autoimmune condition called Rheumatoid arthritis or RA. Rinvoq helps to block inflammatory signals in your immune system. Rinvoq is for people whose RA is not controlled on other treatments but it may have other uses, too.

You should take Rinvoq exactly how your doctor tells you to. You can take it with or without food. You should swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water. Do not cut, crush, or chew it.

Most people tolerate this medicine well. Common side effects include nausea and a cough. These effects are normal if they are mild and should go away.  Other common side effects include a fever and cold-like symptoms. You should tell your doctor right away if you have these or any side effects to make sure they are not a more serious condition. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist. 

As with any medicine, rare but more serious side effects can occur. With Rinvoq, this includes an increased risk of serious infections and cancers. It can also cause blood clots and stomach or intestine problems. You should read the Medication Guide to know which symptoms to watch for and when to report changes. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow your condition closely and will order blood tests.

Rinvoq can interact with other medicines. You should always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines or getting any new vaccines.

Rinvoq can harm unborn babies. Women must talk to their doctors about which birth control methods to use and for how long. Women should not breastfeed.

For best results with Rinvoq, work with your team to set your treatment goals.