Methotrexate – 50mg
Classification – Anticancer Medicine
What is Methotrexate?
It is an anticancer medicine that has multiple uses. It is used against many cancers and autoimmune diseases.
Uses of Methotrexate
- • Blood cancers
- • Lymphomas
- • Bladder cancer
- • Lung cancers
- • Sarcomas
- • Arthritis
- • Psoriatic arthritis
- • Lupus erythematosus
- • Crohn’s disease
Common Side Effects
- • Nausea
- • Vomiting
- • Reduced appetite
- • Tiredness
- • Mouth ulcers
- • Diarrhea
- • Photosensitivity
- • Skin rashes
Serious Side Effects
- • Bone marrow suppression
- • Liver dysfunction
- • Lung toxicity
- • Kidney toxicity
- • Headache
- • Dizziness
- • Seizure
How Does Methotrexate Work?
Methotrexate inhibits several nucleotide synthesis enzymes:
- • Inhibiting inflammation – used in arthritis
- • Cell division – used in cancer treatment
Contraindication
- • Its use is contraindicated in patients who have an allergy to methotrexate or a history of hypersensitivity to any excipients.
- • Patients with impaired renal and hepatic functions.
Toxicities
- • Bone Marrow Suppression
- • Hepato-toxicity
- • Nephrotoxicity
- • Pulmonary Toxicity
- • Neurotoxicity related to high doses
- • Gastrointestinal toxicity
Precautions
- • To be used cautiously in renal insufficiency and impaired hepatology function.
- • Should not be used in pregnant and lactating mothers, as it may cause teratogenic effects.
Warnings
Should be given under the supervision of an oncologist or a medical practitioner.
Take folic acid supplementation to reduce side effects.
Important Monitoring Instruction
Access for mouth ulcers, liver tests, lung functions, and skin infections.
- • Liver functions
- • Lung functions
Drug Interactions
Always avoid NSAIDs, alcohol, and live vaccines.
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