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Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lymphoma. Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet in conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Anemia. Other contraindications of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Folitrax has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Folitrax without medical advice.
Is the use of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Folitrax. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Folitrax can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Folitrax. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Folitrax on the heart have been reported.
Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Folitrax 10 Mg Tablet at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Folitrax contains methotrexate which is a chemotherapy drug that works in cancer by preventing the DNA synthesis of cancerous cells. It inhibits dihydrofolic acid reductase enzyme which is important for the formation of tetrahydrofolate. Tetrahydrofolate is essential for the synthesis of some DNA components of the cancerous cells. Incase of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and Crohn's disease Folitrax works by suppressing the body's normal immune response to inflammation. This results in reduced inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with these diseases.
No, Folitrax is not a steroid. It is an antimetabolite (a chemotherapy drug) and disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARDs) which have immunosuppressant properties. It is used in the treatment of various types of cancer and other diseases such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and Crohn's disease.
No, Folitrax does not raise blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing increased thirst, trouble concentrating, and frequent urination which are symptoms of increased blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) then do discuss with your doctor.
Take Folitrax as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Folitrax contains methotrexate (a chemotherapy) which is used in the treatment of various types of cancers. Nonetheless, it has been associated with an increased risk for melanoma, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and lung cancer.
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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
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