Mexate Tablet Information
Mexate Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lymphoma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Mexate Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mexate Tablet. 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.
Mexate Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mexate Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mexate Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Mexate Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Mexate Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mexate Tablet 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mexate Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Mexate Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mexate Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
- Mexate Tablet Benefits & Uses
- Mexate Tablet Dosage & How to Take
- Mexate Tablet Side Effects
- Mexate Tablet Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Mexate Tablet with Other Drugs
- Mexate Tablet Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Mexate Tablet
- Mexate Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Mexate Tablet Benefits & Uses
Mexate Tablet is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Mexate 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 |
Mexate Tablet Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mexate Tablet is used -
Moderate
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Diarrhoea
- Joint pain
Common
- पेट दर्द
Mexate Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Mexate Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Mexate Tablet can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Severe -
Is the use of Mexate Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Mexate Tablet may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Mexate Tablet on the Kidneys?
Mexate Tablet 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 Mexate Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Mexate Tablet. 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 Mexate Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Mexate Tablet rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Mexate Tablet with Other Drugs
Mexate Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mexate Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mexate Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Infections
- Allergy
- Liver Disease
- Anemia
- Kidney Disease
- Mouth Ulcer
Frequently asked Questions about Mexate Tablet
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Is this Mexate Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Mexate Tablet is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Mexate Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Mexate Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Mexate Tablet for mental disorders.
No
Mexate Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Mexate Tablet
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Mexate Tablet with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Mexate Tablet
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Mexate 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
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
