Prescription Required.Why?
Is the active ingredient. specific formulations may contain additional inactive ingredients (excipients) like preservatives, fillers, and binders. always check the product label for a complete list of ingredients.
Rheumatoid arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Certain types of cancer (e.g., choriocarcinoma, lymphoma)
Severe psoriasis
Ectopic pregnancy (under specific medical supervision)
Folitrax 50 Inj (Methotrexate) is an anti-metabolite and antifolate drug. It works by interfering with folic acid metabolism, which is essential for cell growth and replication. This inhibits the rapid growth of cells, including cancerous cells and cells involved in inflammatory processes.
Store methotrexate at room temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep it out of reach of children and pets. Dispose of expired or unwanted medication properly according to your pharmacist’s or healthcare provider’s instructions.
Dosage is highly individualized and depends on the specific condition being treated and the patient's health. It is always determined and adjusted by a healthcare professional.
Methotrexate can be administered orally (as tablets), intramuscularly (injection), intravenously (injection) or subcutaneously (injection).
Never adjust your dosage without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Mouth sores
Fatigue
Headache
Hair loss
Liver damage (rare but serious)
Kidney damage (rare but serious)
Infections (due to weakened immune system)
Pneumonitis (inflammation of the lungs)
Alcohol consumption should be minimized or avoided completely while taking methotrexate, as it can increase the risk of liver damage.
Methotrexate can cause fatigue and other side effects that may impair your ability to drive or operate machinery. Avoid these activities if you experience any such symptoms.
Methotrexate is teratogenic (can cause birth defects) and should not be used during pregnancy. It's also not recommended for breastfeeding mothers. Effective contraception is crucial.
Methotrexate is used in children for specific conditions, but dosage and monitoring are carefully managed by specialists.
Patients with kidney impairment may require dosage adjustments to reduce the risk of toxicity. Close monitoring of kidney function is essential.
Patients with liver impairment should exercise extreme caution. Methotrexate can cause or worsen liver damage, requiring careful monitoring and potentially dosage adjustment or discontinuation.
Consult your physician or pharmacist for comprehensive information and specific references related to your prescription.
