Get up to 90% off - Urjas Oil X
Imutrex is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Injection. Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lymphoma are some of its major therapeutic uses. Imutrex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Imutrex. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Imutrex are Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Imutrex side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Imutrex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Imutrex's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Imutrex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Imutrex related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Anemia must refrain from the use of Imutrex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Imutrex are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Imutrex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Imutrex is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Imutrex 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
|
Geriatric |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Imutrex is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Imutrex safe for pregnant women?
Imutrex shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Imutrex safe during breastfeeding?
Imutrex should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Imutrex on the Kidneys?
Imutrex 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 Imutrex on the Liver?
Imutrex 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.
What is the effect of Imutrex on the Heart?
Side effects of Imutrex rarely affect the heart.
Imutrex 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 Imutrex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Imutrex habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Imutrex is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Imutrex as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Imutrex is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Imutrex is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Imutrex
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Imutrex and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Imutrex
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Imutrex are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
No, Imutrex should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Imutrex is a brand name of methotrexate and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It is a chemotherapy drug that belongs to the class of drug known as antimetabolites and it also has immunosuppressant properties. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of various types of cancers such as breast cancer, bone cancer, head, and neck cancer. It is also used in the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and Crohn's disease.
Rarely, Imutrex causes fever and chills. If you are experiencing a fever after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes Imutrex can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Imutrex. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
No, Imutrex is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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