Werrick Pharmaceuticals
Methotrexate 2.5mg tab 100's
Methotrexate 2.5 mg
Inclusive of all taxes · Pack of 100 Tab
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Frequently asked
Can I take this medicine with food?
Yes. It may be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may reduce stomach upset.What should I do if I miss a dose?
If remembered within 1–2 days, contact your healthcare provider for guidance. If it is close to the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose. Methotrexate is often taken once weekly, so dosing errors can be dangerous.
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Product Summary:
Methotrexate is a folic acid antagonist that slows abnormal cell growth and suppresses immune system activity. It is widely used in rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and certain cancers.
Who It's For:
Patients diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, certain cancers, and other autoimmune disorders as prescribed by a physician.
Key Benefits:
Reduces inflammation, relieves symptoms, slows disease progression, improves joint function, and controls excessive cell growth.
- Generic name
- Methotrexate 2.5 mg
- Manufacturer
- Werrick Pharmaceuticals
- Form
- Tablet
- Pack size
- Pack of 100 Tab
- Prescription
- Relaxed — may be requested
- MRP
- Rs.2,959
Uses
Primary Use:
Rheumatoid arthritis and severe psoriasis.
Also Used For:
Psoriatic arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, ectopic pregnancy, Crohn's disease, systemic lupus erythematosus (selected cases), and various malignancies (e.g., leukemia, lymphoma, osteosarcoma).
Who May Benefit:
Patients requiring long-term immune modulation or treatment of rapidly dividing abnormal cells.
Warnings & interactions
Warnings:
May cause severe bone marrow suppression, liver toxicity, lung toxicity, serious infections, kidney impairment, and fetal harm. Regular monitoring of CBC, liver function, and renal function is required.
Avoid If:
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, severe liver disease, severe kidney impairment, significant bone marrow suppression, active serious infection, or known hypersensitivity to methotrexate.
Interactions:
NSAIDs: May increase methotrexate toxicity. Trimethoprim/Sulfamethoxazole: Increased risk of bone marrow suppression. Penicillins: May reduce methotrexate clearance. Proton Pump Inhibitors: May increase methotrexate levels. Leflunomide: Increased risk of liver toxicity. Alcohol: Increased risk of hepatotoxicity. Live vaccines: Increased risk of infection.
Common side effects
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
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