Biotrexate Tablet Benefits & Uses

Biotrexate Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Crohn's Disease

Biotrexate 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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Biotrexate Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Biotrexate Tablet is used -

Moderate

Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhoea
Joint pain

Common

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Biotrexate Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Biotrexate Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Biotrexate should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Biotrexate Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Biotrexate . It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Biotrexate Tablet on the Kidneys?

Biotrexate may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Biotrexate Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Biotrexate . If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Biotrexate Tablet on the Heart?

Biotrexate has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Biotrexate Tablet with Other Drugs

Biotrexate Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Omeprazole

Esomeprazole

Rotavirus Vaccine (Live Attenuated)

Moderate

Ketoconazole

Atorvastatin

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Biotrexate Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biotrexate Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia
Kidney Disease
Mouth Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Biotrexate Tablet

Is this Biotrexate Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Biotrexate Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Biotrexate Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Biotrexate Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Biotrexate Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Biotrexate Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Biotrexate Tablet

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Biotrexate Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Biotrexate Tablet

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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