Folitrax 2.5 Tablet (Methotrexate 2.5mg)
$39.00 – $95.00
Country of Origin | india |
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Dosage Form | Tablets |
Generic Name | Methotrexate |
Indication | Rheumatoid arthritis |
Packaging | 10 tablets in 1 strip |
Manufacturer | Ipca Laboratories Ltd |
Composition | Methotrexate (2.5mg) |
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet (Methotrexate 2.5mg) | |||
Pack Size | Price | Price/Unit | Add To Cart |
50 Tablet/s | $39.00 (0.78/unit) | $0.78 | |
100 Tablet/s | $70.00 (0.7/unit) | $0.7 | |
150 Tablet/s | $95.00 (0.63/unit) | $0.63 |
About Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s
Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s belongs to the class of medicine called ‘immunosuppressant’ that helps to reduce the pain and inflammation and immune system’s strength to treat conditions of autoimmune diseases. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s is considered as first-line therapy for patients with various arthritis conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Besides this, Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s also acts as an ‘antimetabolite’ or ‘anticancer’.
Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Methotrexate’ that works by reducing the function of the cells causing inflammation in the joint tissues. It reduces pain, inflammation, and slow joint damage and disease progression over time, hence Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s is also known as a disease-modifying anti rheumatic drug (DMARD). Besides this, Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s also acts as ‘anticancer’ or ‘antimetabolite’ by stopping cancer cells from growing and spreading by blocking their access to folate (a form of vitamin B9). Thus, together Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s stops growth of cancer cells and helps in reducing the cells working properly preventing the growth of cancer cells.
Take Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s one hour after food in the evening, once every week. Take Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s on the same day each week. The tablet form of Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water; do not break, or chew the tablet. The injection form of Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. You are advised to take Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, unusual fatigue, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, increase in liver enzymes, lowered resistance to infections, tingling sensation, stomach pain, leukopenia (decreased number of white blood cells), and soreness of mouth and lips. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed. To avoid recurring symptoms, do not stop it midway. Take Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s only once a week as prescribed by the doctor; daily intake of Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s could lead to serious side-effects. Do not take Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s causes serious birth defects. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s causes dizziness and drowsiness, so drive with caution. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s may make you more susceptible to infections; consult your doctor if you develop any signs of infections such as fever, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding or bruising. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests, kidney and liver tests to monitor your condition. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medicines to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.
Uses of Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s
Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Psoriasis, Cancer
Medicinal Benefits
Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Methotrexate’ that works by reducing the function of the cells, causing inflammation in the joint tissues. It reduces pain, inflammation, and slow joint damage and disease progression over time, hence Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s is also known as a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD). Besides this, Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s also acts as ‘anticancer’ or ‘antimetabolite’ by stopping cancer cells from growing and spreading by blocking their access to folate (a form of vitamin B9). Thus, together Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s stops the growth of cancer cells and helps in reducing the cells working properly, preventing the growth of cancer cells. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s is considered as first-line therapy for patients with various arthritis conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
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Side Effects of Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s
Like all medicines, Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, unusual fatigue, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, increase in liver enzymes, lowered resistance to infections, tingling sensation, stomach pain, leukopenia (decreased number of white blood cells), and soreness of mouth and lips are the common side-effects of Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s if you are allergic to any of its contents if you have significant liver problems or kidney problems, serious blood disorders, immune system problems, bone marrow problems, serious infections, immunodeficiency syndrome, or if you suffer from alcoholism. Do not take Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s causes serious congenital disabilities. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before taking Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s if you have/had liver or kidney problems, ulceration in stomach or bowels, poor general condition, received any vaccinations or if are due to have any, diabetes mellitus treated with insulin. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s causes dizziness and drowsiness, so drive with caution. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s may make you more susceptible to infections; consult your doctor if you develop any signs of infections such as fever, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding or bruising. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests, kidney and liver tests to monitor your condition. Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s eliminates folate as waste from your body, thereby causing folate deficiency. Your doctor may prescribe you supplement folic acid that would help you to recover folate level in your body.
Drug Interactions
DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS: Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s may have interaction with pain killers (diclofenac, ibuprofen, celecoxib, meloxicam, acetaminophen, hydrocodone), antibiotic (amoxicillin, sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim), anti-depressant (duloxetine), immunosuppressant (etanercept, prednisone, infliximab), vitamin (folic acid), anti-rheumatoid (adalimumab), a drug used to treat poisoning (leucovorin), antacid (esomeprazole), and anti-malarial (hydroxychloroquine).
FOOD-DRUG INTERACTIONS: Avoid consuming alcohol and caffeine along with Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s.
DRUG-DISEASE INTERACTION: Folitrax-2.5 Tablet 10’s may cause interactions with disease conditions such as leukopenia (low levels of white blood cells), infections, stomatitis, liver and kidney dysfunction.
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