Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet Information
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lymphoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet include Abdominal Pain. Some other side effects of Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet 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.
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Anemia must refrain from the use of Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Folitrax 20 Mg 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
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Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet Related Warnings
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Is the use of Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Folitrax rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Infections
- Allergy
- Liver Disease
- Anemia
- Kidney Disease
- Mouth Ulcer
Frequently asked Questions about Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet
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Is this Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
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Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet 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 20 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Folitrax 20 Mg Tablet
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Folitrax 20 Mg 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
