Folitrax 20 Tablet (Methotrexate 20mg)

Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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-20 Tablet 4’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-20 Tablet 4’s also acts as an ‘antimetabolite’ or ‘anticancer’.

Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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-20 Tablet 4’s is also known as a disease-modifying anti rheumatic drug (DMARD). Besides this, Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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-20 Tablet 4’s stops growth of cancer cells and helps in reducing the cells working properly preventing the growth of cancer cells.

Take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s one hour after food in the evening, once every week. Take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s on the same day each week. The tablet form of Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water; do not break, or chew the tablet. The injection form of Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. You are advised to take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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-20 Tablet 4’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed. To avoid recurring symptoms, do not stop it midway. Take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s only once a week as prescribed by the doctor; daily intake of Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s could lead to serious side-effects. Do not take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s causes serious birth defects. Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk. Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s causes dizziness and drowsiness, so drive with caution. Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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.

Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis, Psoriasis, Cancer

Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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-20 Tablet 4’s is also known as a disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD). Besides this, Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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-20 Tablet 4’s stops the growth of cancer cells and helps in reducing the cells working properly, preventing the growth of cancer cells. Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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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Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s is taken only once a week on the same day each week. Oral: Take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s one hour after food in the evening, once every week. Take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s on the same day each week. Based on your medical condition, your doctor will prescribe for how long you need to take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s. Take Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The tablet form of Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water; do not break, or chew the tablet. Injection: The injection form of Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’s will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

 

Like all medicines, Folitrax-20 Tablet 4’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-20 Tablet 4’s. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.