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Folitrax 15 Mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lymphoma. The alternative uses of Folitrax 15 Mg Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Folitrax 15 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Folitrax 15 Mg Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Folitrax 15 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Folitrax 15 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Folitrax 15 Mg Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Folitrax 15 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Folitrax 15 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Folitrax 15 Mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Liver Disease, Anemia are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Folitrax 15 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Folitrax 15 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Folitrax 15 Mg Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Folitrax 15 Mg Injection 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.
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Is the use of Folitrax 15 Mg Injection 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 15 Mg Injection 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 15 Mg Injection 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 15 Mg Injection 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 15 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Folitrax on the heart have been reported.
Folitrax 15 Mg Injection 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 15 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Folitrax 15 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Folitrax 15 Mg Injection 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 15 Mg Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Folitrax 15 Mg Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Folitrax 15 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Folitrax 15 Mg Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Folitrax 15 Mg Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Folitrax 15 Mg Injection
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Folitrax 15 Mg Injection 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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