Metorex 50mg Injection

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Composition FOR Metorex 50mg Injection

Methotrexate(50mg)

food interaction for Metorex Injection

alcohol interaction for Metorex Injection

pregnancy interaction for Metorex Injection

lactation interaction for Metorex Injection

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No interaction found/established
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Metorex 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Metorex 50mg 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
Metorex 50mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Metorex 50mg Injection

Methotrexate(50mg)

Metorex injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of Crohn’s disease, cancer, psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis.

How metorex injection works

Metorex 50mg Injection is an immunosuppressant. In rheumatoid arthritis and Crohn's disease, it works by decreasing the activity of the body's immune system. This decreases swelling, reduces pain and stiffness, and improves function. In psoriasis, it works by slowing down the rapid growth of skin cells. In cancer, it inhibits cancer cells from multiplying by blocking a special enzyme that is needed to make new cells.

Common side effects of metorex injection

Low blood platelets, Mouth sore, Abdominal pain, Indigestion, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Tiredness, Hair loss

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Expert advice FOR Metorex Injection

  • It is given as an injection under the skin (subcutaneously), usually in the upper thigh or the abdomen.
  • Take it once a week, on the same day every week.
  • Drink plenty of liquids to stay hydrated while taking this  medication.
  • Always take folic acid as advised by your doctor. This will help lessen the side effects of this medicine.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Metorex 50mg Injection

Methotrexate

Q. Can Metorex 50mg Injection cause mouth ulcers?
Yes, Metorex 50mg 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 Metorex 50mg Injection?
Folic acid is required to make new cells in the body and Metorex 50mg Injection decreases the folic acid levels in the body. Folic acid can help reduce some of the common side effects of Metorex 50mg Injection such as mouth ulcers, hair loss, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, fatigue, anemia and liver problems.
Q. Why do I need to take regular blood tests while taking Metorex 50mg Injection?
Regular blood tests will help your doctor to check your response to Metorex 50mg Injection and monitor you for side effects. You will need to regularly check your liver function and your blood counts (white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets). Your doctor may also order additional tests depending on the results.
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Q. Can Metorex 50mg Injection use make me more prone to infections?
Metorex 50mg Injection may decrease the activity of your immune system. As a result, you may develop serious infections. There have been rare reports which suggest occurrence of serious lung infections with Metorex 50mg Injection use. If you have an active infection, Metorex 50mg Injection should be used with extreme caution.
Q. Can Metorex 50mg Injection affect fertility?
Yes, Metorex 50mg Injection may affect fertility in both males and females. It may cause a decrease in sperm count in males and menstrual disturbances in females. No need to worry, these effects are reversible and disappear once the therapy is discontinued.
Q. What to do if I am planning to become pregnant and my husband is taking Metorex 50mg Injection?
You should avoid pregnancy if your husband is taking Metorex 50mg Injection. Also, it is advised that pregnancy should be further avoided for a minimum of 3 months after the therapy as it can lead to serious fetal abnormalities.

Content on this page was last updated on 11 June, 2025, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)