Methotrexate Forums

How long can Methotrexate keep your liver enzymes elevated? ## My doctor monitors my liver enzymes carefully. If we see a rise, we cut back on the methotrexate. I would rather have some pain, etc. from an autoimmune disease, than have problems with my liver. Liver damage is irreversible. ## While Methotrexate has been known to cause elevated liver enzymes, it has also been known to cause permanent liver damage in some people that take it, including fatty liver, fibrosis, and cirrhosis. Ref: Methotrexate Information What has your doctor advised? How high were they? Are you on any other medications?

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I have just stated using methotrexate injections for RA after using tablets which gave me mouth ulcers and nausea. Have also used Arava and other RA meds without success . I am also on occasional predisalone as I gain too much weight and am a type 1 diabetic and blood sugars go up considerably. I also take 300mg of plaquenil each day for my arthritis. I would like to know how others are coping with the methotrexate, results and side effects??? ## We are all different, so Methotrexate works great for some people, but not for all, thus, the only way to see if it will help you is by actually trying it according to your doctor's instructions. The FDA warns that it may cause side effects, such as dizziness, headache, chills/fever, hair loss, and light sensitivity. Ref: Methotrexate Infor...

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When I take Methotrexate (7.5 mg.) for my RA treatment, I get these swollen areas in the tissue, on my lower leg and sometimes in my forearms that will turn bright red (like a sunburn). It really is painful and seems to feel better once it turns red. This will last up to 4 days. Anyone out there with a similar re-action? ## I know exactly what you mean! I take the medication for my lupus. My doctor prescribed over the counter hydrocortisone cream and it does wonders. Also, when it is really sore he has me take vitamin e capsules, puncture them and squirt them on the area. Believe it or not, it really does take away a lot of the pain. Hope this helps. ## my husband passed away last year.. i have recently found a prescription which was for (100 ) 2.5 methotrexate to be taken as doctors in...

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I've been diagnosed with RA. Been on methotrexate about a year then started getting skin problems, always at dermatologist. Then last thing I just discovered was on my vulva area a white spot it attacks soft tissue. Came to find out its squamous cell carcinoma... surgically removed thank God. Now my rheumatologist wants me to start on methotrexate again and could happen again. Lord help, everything else has same effects if not worse. What to do? Pain comes back without it. ## Diagnosed with RA and take no meds because of their side effects. I did hear Hydroxyclorophine works the best. Methotrexate is a chemo drug. Anyway I won’t take anything so eating right to lower the inflammation causing the RA is what works for me. Best to you. ## What side effects had u had with the meth...

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I am on a course of methotrexate. Is this drug a steroid and would it stop me from losing weight and my metabolism moving? ## No, it is not a steroid, it is an antimetabolite and antifolate drug. The most common side effects are nausea, dizziness, low white cell count and abdominal pain. Learn more: Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I'm on 10mg of methotrexate once weekly for dermomyostitis , so far I've noticed mostly extreme fatigue after taking second dose. I am now on forth week of taking it I did have nausea first two times but with taking folic acid 800mcg everyday an other vitamins an also put on 50000 units vitamin D once weekly. I'm able to now walk an move better an less pain an overall weakness especially in lower torso I just want to know if there is...

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I need to know the FDA's black box for a transcript I'm working on for this medication? ## METHOTREXATE SHOULD BE USED ONLY BY PHYSICIANS WHOSE KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE INCLUDE THE USE OF ANTIMETABOLITE THERAPY BECAUSE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SERIOUS TOXIC REACTIONS (WHICH CAN BE FATAL): METHOTREXATE SHOULD BE USED ONLY IN LIFE THREATENING NEOPLASTIC DISEASES, OR IN PATIENTS WITH PSORIASIS OR RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS WITH SEVERE, RECALCITRANT, DISABLING DISEASE WHICH IS NOT ADEQUATELY RESPONSIVE TO OTHER FORMS OF THERAPY. DEATHS HAVE BEEN REPORTED WITH THE USE OF METHOTREXATE IN THE TREATMENT OF MALIGNANCY, PSORIASIS, AND RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS. PATIENTS SHOULD BE CLOSELY MONITORED FOR BONE MARROW, LIVER, LUNG AND KIDNEY TOXICITIES. (See PRECAUTIONS.) PATIENTS SHOULD BE INFORMED BY THEI...

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I have just been told it's likely I have fibromyalgia ... I'm pretty terrified as in 6 months I have gone from being a fit and active woman to being in a wheelchair. I can no longer stand on my legs due to a combination of pain and exhaustion and general legs refuse to support me and I'm often puffed and my heat beats like I've done a mile run just from 5 mins exersion... my concern is going on drugs... I'm afraid that things will get worse if I start taking drugs.. I have little or no faith in the medical proffession as they keep saying oh we think it's fibromyalgia but we really arn't sure and... they are shocked at how quickly I am detoriating but offer me a reason why other than they are saying muslces detoriate from lack of use... but in a few months? I ...

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Can I take ardosons when I take methotrexate and hydroxychloroquine for my arthritis and sciatica nerve? ## Can I take one day ardosons and one day hydroxicloroquine ## Ardoson is listed as containing Indomethacin and Methocarbamol, the first is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, and the second is a muscle relaxant. You should not take it, unless your doctor has instructed you to do so, since it could interact with some medications, or be contraindicated with some medical conditions. Are those the only other medications that you are taking?

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I have been on methotrexate for about 8 weeks, 15 mg weekly to treat PA. Just had call from hospital to say my latest blood work has come back with Alt raised from .56 in the last test to 109 on latest test. Do I need to worry? ## Hello, Matty! How are you? There is a chance that it's raised due to liver damage, but more evaluating would be required to know for sure. The FDA lists the other side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, dry cough and headache. Is there anything else I can help with? ## What is a plantar fibroma? I have a lump on the top of the arch in my foot that is very painful. Sometimes feels like fire in my foot. When I get up can barely walk for the pain. But after a few minutes the pain will ease. Saw a foot doctor a few years ago fo...

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My 34-year-old wife is suffering from psoriasis from the last 7 years. Now she has pain in 3 joints from the last 2 years. Her doctor recommended folitrax 7.5mg - 2 tablets in a week. Kindly tell me about side effects of this medicine. ## Folitrax contains the active ingredient Methotrexate, among other uses, in this case, it is used to treat the immune problems, that can cause Psoriasis. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, compromised immunity and hair loss. Read more: Are there any questions or comments? ## my daughter is 4 yrs. old n suffering from non significant arthiritis doctor has advised her folitrax 7.5 mg . once in a week .Is it safe for her.After are the sideeffects after stopping this ## iam 25yrs old and not married.my doctor prescribed me folitrax 7.5mg/f...

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My daughter has lupus. How long does she need to take Methotrexate? Her hair has thinned as well. she takes it 1x a week.. ## Hello, Sherna37! How is your daughter? When it comes to a chronic condition, such as Lupus, you really have to weigh the risks to her life and health against the medication side effects. I'm female, so I'd not like my hair thinning, either, but it would be better than the complications that can arise, if her condition were left to rage out of control. That said, she should stay on it, as long as her doctors deems it appropriate and safe for her to take it. Other side effects to this medication, as listed by the FDA, may possibly include headache, dizziness and nausea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hello! I hope your daughter is doing well. I ...

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Hello, I take .6 ml methotrexate weekly plus plaquenil and sulfasalazine. I've been completely knocked out with a head/chest cold for the past three days. Now my fever is down; can I go back to work tomorrow or will I just did myself in deeper? Any advice would be appreciated. ## FROM PAST EXPERIENCE, IT USUALLY RECOMMENDED NOT TO RESUME NORMAL ACTIVITY UNTIL A FEVER IS GONE FOR 24 HOURS. ## @Bratbaby, I agree with the previous comment, in that you should probably wait it out until you've fully recovered from the fever and/or whatever cold symptoms you might still have. At this point your immune system has to take time to build itself back up again through getting plenty of rest, proper nutrition, and not stressing out about anything. Methotrexate on the other hand, is known for...

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how long shud it be taken & will it solve the prob of pain on palms, fingers, feet, bottom of feet. possible side effects ## Folitrax contains the active ingredient Methotrexate, it is used to treat conditions such as: cancer, auto-immune diseases and as an abortifacient. There is no way of knowing if it will help with your symptoms, until you try the medication. Like any medication, it helps some people, but not others and they must try something else. As to how long it should be taken, that is also something you will have to discuss with your doctor as there are many factors that can effect your length of treatment. Side effects may include: irritation at the injection site. leukopenia, nausea and hair loss. Read more: Do you have any other questions? ## Can methylcobalamin be tak...

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I have been diagnosed with sle since past 3 months and apparently it's been with me for 15 years. I have rheumatoid arthritis and knees hurt. Doc has given me hcqs 200 which I take daily from past 2 months and methotrexate that I take twice a week. I have an unusual situation where I keep belching all day long and it's not to do with food. It's just pockets of air and it's causing severe discomfort and embarrassing too. I did have my right ovary removed last year and funnily all my air seems collected on right side only. I am at a loss cause have visited gastroentologists donee demography and endoscopy but no medicine has helped nor anything shows. Pls help ## Gosh I'm not sure but I get a lot of that too but I thought it was the meds . I was dx just 4 months ago and...

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i am given this tablet and want to know about it ## Folitrax contains the active ingredient Methotrexate, it is used to treat cancer and autoimmune disorders. Learn more Folitrax details here. Are there any other questions I can help with? ## thanks for the help ## I am prescribed folitrax 20mg followed by folivite per week for 2 months and i have been diagonised with seleritis - what care should i take in my diet? ## Hey, I am also prescribed folitrax 25 mg and folvite 5 mg per week. As my doctor said to me that i am suffering from Scleroderma. Is there any bad thing happening with you and what is your problem. ## I would like to talk to you. I have an aunt who is diagnosed with scleroderma ## Hi. I'm suffering from psoriasis and already lost too much hair, but I want to know if th...

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I have the beginning signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis and my doctor has prescribed Methotrexate. I have been on Coumadin for 13 yrs. and I am concerned about the interaction between Methotrexate and Coumadin. Would it be a potentially dangerous combination? ## I ran an interaction check for anything with those two drugs, there is a very good checker at drugdigest.org, they even check out food, supplements, and beverages. There is nothing at all listed between these two meds, so you should be fine. ## I have come of these methotrexate 11 days ago was my last lot I took which was 6 2.5 mg can I have a drink now I have stopped these ## I have been reading posts I am being given methotrexate for bullous pemphgpid have thoughts ## IT CAN INTERACT BIG TIME BY INCREASING INR LEVELS AND BLEEDING R...

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I am taking Deltacortril 5mg daily and Methotrexate (2 tablets in a week). After taking this I began to experience difficulty swallowing. My doctor said my immune level is high. I want to ask if there is any other tablet or herbal treatments I could take which has no side effects? Please guide me...

I have been prescribed Folitrax 7.5mg, two tablets a week. Will taking these tablets cause any side effects? ## I'm rheumatoid arthritis patient, taking 7.5 mg folitrax/week for the last 4 years. I'm age 28 yrs & going to get married shortly. Whether folitrax will affect baby planning? If yes what is the solution? ## Folitrax contains the active ingredient Methotrexate, it's used to treat cancer and several autoimmune disorders. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, abdominal pain and fatigue. And no, it should not be taken if you are trying to get pregnant, or if you become pregnant, this medication is actually used to help with drug induced abortions. As to a solution, you'll need to consult your doctor to see what your other treatment options might be. Learn...

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Has anyone experienced an increase in their creatine level since taking Methotrexate or had any kidney damage as a result of taking this drug? ## Apparently, elevated levels have been known to occur with this medication, usually in the initial treatment phase and there are warnings that let doctor's know they should be monitoring patients for such an event. It can cause kidney damage, in some cases. What has your doctor said about it? ## I've been on methotrexate for 4+ years and 40 mg humira. I gained a lot of weight and am still in a lot of pain. Why won't my rheumatology Dr give other kinds of pain meds? ## Welche Nebenwirkungen gibt es bei gleichzeitiger Einnahme von - Methodrexat und Creatin - Methodrexat und Glutamin

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Hi. I have a very rare form of non hodgkins lymphoma t cell. I'm taking 10 Methotrexate pills weekly. I was wondering about side effects. I was on a much larger dose but my body couldn't handle it. ## The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, joint pain, diarrhea, cough, and drowsiness. Are you on any other medications? How long have you been taking it?

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