MedBytes – Methotrexate
Side-effects of methotrexate got you down?
Before switching or adding a new drug, check with your doctor to see if any of the following are right for you:
Changing from oral to an injection (normally more expensive).
It may be possible to break up your full weekly dose into two separate doses and times.
Example, if you take 6 tablets once weekly, ask if you can take 3 tablets the night you normally do, and 3 more the next morning about 12 hours later. Still once a week, but in two doses 12 hours apart each week.
Also, to limit methotrexate side-effects, daily or weekly folic acid use is advised*.
*Note – this information is only for methotraxate use in Rheumatoid arthritis. If you take methotrexate for cancer purposes, folic acid use is only recommended if your doctor says it’s safe.
Rheumatoid Arthritis – Methotrexate
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