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FOLITRAX 2.5MG contains methotrexate which belong to a group of medicines called folate antagonist. It can be used to treat severe cases of psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis. It can also be used to treat several kinds of cancer. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder that causes your skin cells to grow and multiply much quickly than normal cells. Methotrexate kills the rapidly multiplying cells in the skin. In rheumatoid arthritis, methotrexate reduce inflammation in joints by altering body’s defence mechanism in immune system. In cancer, methotrexate inhibits the enzymes responsible for nucleotide synthesis and prevents cell division.
Always take this medicine as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the therapy depending upon your health condition. This medicine should be used with caution in children and in elderly patient. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. The common side effects are nausea or vomiting, anorexia (eating disorder), a skin rash with reddening of the skin, hair loss.
Methotrexate inhibits the enzymes responsible for nucleotide synthesis including dihydrofolate reductase, thymidylate synthase, aminoimidazole caboxamide ribonucleotide transformylase (AICART) and amido phosphoribosyl transferase which prevents cell division and leads to anti-inflammatory actions.
Since cellular proliferation in malignant tissues (cancerous tissue) are greater than in most normal tissues, methotrexate may impair malignant growth without causing any irreversible damage to normal tissues. Methotrexate has immunosuppressive effects, and this might be a result of inhibition of lymphocyte multiplication. In psoriasis, it kills the rapidly multiplying skin cells.
Always take FOLITRAX 2.5MG as directed by your physician. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the therapy depending upon your age, weight and condition. Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew.
Nausea or vomiting:
Try taking this medicine with, or just after, a meal. Stick to simple meals.
Diarrhea:
Drink lots of fluids, such as water or squash, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any other medicines without speaking to a doctor.
Stomach pain:
Try to rest and relax. You can eat and drink slowly or have smaller and frequent meals. Keeping a heat pad on your stomach may also help. If still pain persists, speak to your doctor.
FOLITRAX 2.5MG should be used with caution in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
FOLITRAX 2.5MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Do not drive or operate any machinery while taking this medicine, as it may make you feel dizzy or drowsy.
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine.
FOLITRAX 2.5MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
FOLITRAX 2.5MG should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to methotrexate.
FOLITRAX 2.5MG should be taken with caution in patients with lung disease. Consult your doctor for advice.
Do not take this medicine, if you have:
Talk to your doctor, if you are taking,
Drug | : | Methotrexate |
Pharmacological Category | : | Antimetabolite, Antirheumatic, Immunosuppressant Agent |
Therapeutic Indication | : | Psoriasis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Cancer |
Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Injection, Gel |
Best Price* ₹ 40.32
MRP ₹50.40
(Inclusive of all taxes)
*10 Tablet(s) in a Strip* Country of Origin: India* Delivery charges if applicable will be applied at checkout
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