Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection

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Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection Information

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lymphoma. Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection 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.

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.


Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection 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 7.5 Mg Injection 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 7.5 Mg Injection 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 7.5 Mg Injection 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 7.5 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    Side effects of Folitrax rarely affect the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection

  • Is this Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection 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 Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection 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 7.5 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection


    There is no information on the effects of taking Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection


    Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Folitrax 7.5 Mg Injection are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.

    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

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

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