Metho ML 1000mg Injection
Rs.1745for 1 vial(s) (10 ml Injection each)
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Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Metho ML 1000mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Metho ML 1000mg Injection is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
UNSAFE
Metho ML 1000mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE
SALT INFORMATION FOR Metho ML 1000mg Injection
Methotrexate(1000mg)
Metho ml injection uses
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How metho ml injection works
Metho ML 1000mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking an enzyme (dihydrofolate reductase) involved in DNA synthesis in cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Common side effects of metho ml injection
Abdominal pain, Indigestion, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Tiredness, Mouth sore, Decreased white blood cell count
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Expert advice FOR Metho ML Injection
- Methotrexate helps treat various types of cancer such as blood cancer, bone cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), breast cancer, lung cancer, head and neck cancer, cervical cancer, ovarian cancer and testicular cancer.
- Take it once a week, on the same day every week.
- Always take folic acid as advised by your doctor. This will help lessen the side effects of this medicine.
- Drink plenty of liquids to stay hydrated while taking this medication.
- It may take 6 to 8 weeks for Methotrexate to work. Keep taking the medication as prescribed.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it may increase the risk of side effects.
- It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Avoid pregnancy for at least 6 months after your last dose.
- Your doctor may get regular blood test done to monitor your kidney function, liver function and level of blood cells in your blood.
Frequently asked questions FOR Metho ML 1000mg Injection
Methotrexate
Q. Can Metho ML 1000mg Injection cause mouth ulcers?
Yes, Metho ML 1000mg Injection can cause a sore mouth and mouth ulcers as side effects in some cases. Taking folic acid along with this medicine may help in reducing the ulcers. Ask your doctor if the dose can be reduced as dose reduction may further help in reducing the ulcers.
Q. Why do I have to take folic acid with Metho ML 1000mg Injection?
Metho ML 1000mg Injection decreases the folic acid levels in the body by flushing it out of the body. Folic acid is an essential vitamin required to make new cells in the body. By taking folic acid some of the common side effects of Metho ML 1000mg Injection like mouth ulcers, hair loss, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, fatigue, anemia and liver problems can be reduced.
Q. Why do I need to take regular blood tests while taking Metho ML 1000mg Injection?
Regular blood tests will help your doctor to check your response to Metho ML 1000mg Injection and monitor your side effects. You will need to routinely check your liver function and your blood counts (white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets). Your doctor may also advise additional tests depending on the previous test results.