Generic Trexall (Methotrexate) 2.5 mg

Methotrexate is a type of medication used to treat several types of cancer. This medicine is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. It belongs to the antimetabolites class of drugs. Methotrexate works by stopping the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. This drug is mostly used to treat rheumatoid conditions that are not responding to treatment. It can also be used to treat other conditions such as lupus and psoriatic arthritis. Treating rheumatoid arthritis earlier will put a stop to joint  damage. Before you proceed to use this medication for other purposes, ensure you seek medical advice. 

 

Take the medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Read the Patient Information Leaflet carefully before you start using Methotrexate. If you have any questions, make sure you ask your doctor or pharmacist. Methotrexate is said to be a strong drug. Therefore, it is administered according to your medical condition and response to treatment. It is taken by mouth as prescribed by your doctor. If you are suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, take this drug orally as directed by your doctor. Take it once a week. It may take up to seven months before you get the full benefits of Methotrexate. 

 

When using this medicine, do not increase or reduce the dose unless your doctor says so. This may increase the chances of getting adverse side effects. You condition may worsen or even worse, persist. Drink a lot of  water when using Methotrexate. This will help your kidneys get rid of the medicine from the body to avoid possible side effects. Pregnant women are urged to restrain from using the drug since it can be absorbed through the lungs and skin hence causing irretrievable harm to an unborn baby. Wash your hands with water and soap if you come into contact with the drug.  

 

The side effects of using Methotrexate are: stomach pain, nausea, drowsiness, hair loss, vomiting, easy bleeding, kidney problems, muscle weakness, bone pain, yellowing of the skin and eyes and muscle weakness. Seek urgent medical care if you experience these. 

 

Before taking this medication, inform your doctor if:

• You have any allergies

• You are allergic to the drug

• You are pregnant or you intend to 

• You have kidney or liver disease