Folitrax 5 Tablet Information
Folitrax 5 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lymphoma. Other than this, Folitrax 5 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Folitrax 5 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Folitrax 5 Tablet include Abdominal Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Folitrax 5 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Folitrax 5 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Folitrax 5 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Folitrax 5 Tablet related warnings talks about Folitrax 5 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Anemia must refrain from the use of Folitrax 5 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Folitrax 5 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Folitrax 5 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Folitrax 5 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Folitrax 5 Tablet Benefits & Uses
Folitrax 5 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Folitrax 5 Tablet Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Folitrax 5 Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Folitrax 5 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Folitrax shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Folitrax 5 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Folitrax should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
Severe -
What is the effect of Folitrax 5 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Folitrax. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Folitrax 5 Tablet on the Liver?
Folitrax may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Folitrax 5 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Folitrax rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Folitrax 5 Tablet with Other Drugs
Folitrax 5 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Folitrax 5 Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Folitrax 5 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Infections
- Allergy
- Liver Disease
- Anemia
- Kidney Disease
- Mouth Ulcer
Frequently asked Questions about Folitrax 5 Tablet
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Is this Folitrax 5 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Folitrax 5 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Folitrax 5 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Folitrax 5 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Folitrax 5 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Folitrax 5 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Folitrax 5 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Folitrax 5 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Folitrax 5 Tablet
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Folitrax 5 Tablet are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Mild
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Methotrexate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 862-863
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 832-834
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Methotrexate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 862-863
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 832-834
