Howards Pharma
Cytotrexate Tab 10mg 10's
Inclusive of all taxes · Pack of 10 Tab
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Can I take this medicine with food?
Can be taken with or without food. Taking with food may reduce stomach upset.Is it safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Not safe in pregnancy (can cause severe birth defects)
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Product Summary:
Cytotrexate contains Methotrexate 10 mg. It slows the growth of rapidly dividing cells and suppresses immune system activity.
Who It's For:
Patients with certain cancers, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and other autoimmune disorders as prescribed by a specialist.
Key Benefits:
Reduces inflammation, slows disease progression in autoimmune disorders, and helps control certain cancers.
- Manufacturer
- Howards Pharma
- Form
- Tablet
- Pack size
- Pack of 10 Tab
- Prescription
- Not required (OTC)
- MRP
- Rs.571
Uses
Primary Use:
Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, severe psoriasis, and selected cancers.
Also Used For:
Psoriatic arthritis, certain leukemias, lymphomas, and other autoimmune conditions under specialist supervision.
Who May Benefit:
Patients with chronic inflammatory diseases or cancers requiring methotrexate therapy.
Warnings & interactions
Warnings:
Can cause severe liver toxicity, bone marrow suppression, lung toxicity, infections, and birth defects. Requires regular medical monitoring. For rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis, it is usually taken once weekly, not daily.
Avoid If:
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, severe liver disease, severe kidney disease, active serious infections, or significant blood disorders.
Interactions:
NSAIDs, trimethoprim, sulfonamides, penicillins, proton pump inhibitors, alcohol, and other immunosuppressants may increase toxicity.
Common side effects
Nausea and vomiting, Fatigue, Mouth ulcers
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