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Folitrax 25mg Strip Of 4 Tablets

4 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP307.00

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Folitrax 25mg Strip Of 4 Tablets
Folitrax 25mg Strip Of 4 Tablets

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IPCA LABORATORIES

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Methotrexate(25.0 Mg)
Therapy
Drugs for rheumatoid arthritis, anti-neoplastic, drugs for psoriasis
3 Step Quality
Assurance
Cash on delivery
available
NPPA
Regulated

Medical Description

Folitrax 25mg Tablet 4'S belongs to the methotrexate group of medicine that kills cells of tumours and cancers. It helps suppress the immune system as well.

Uses

  • Breast and lung cancer
  • Psoriasis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Cancer

Contraindications

  • Allergy to the medicine
  • Ulcer in the mouth
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding
  • Sever liver or kidney disorders
  • Reduction in the number of platelets and white blood cells
  • If you have recently taken live vaccines

Side effects

  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhea
  • Weakness and dizziness
  • Mouth ulcers
  • Cough that refuses to go
  • Menstrual problems
  • Rashes on the skin
  • Yellowing of the skin (due to damage in the liver)
  • Joint and muscle pain
  • Swelling of the feet
  • Fever with chills
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Blurred vision
  • Temporary hair loss
  • Decrease in white blood cells
  • Difficulty in passing urine

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Human and animal studies have shown that it is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy and can cause congenital disabilities and even lead to miscarriage. Women of childbearing age should use contraceptives and avoid getting pregnant when they are taking the medicine.

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Breast Feeding

No. It should be strictly avoided.

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Driving

Avoid driving in case you experience dizziness or drowsiness after taking the medicine. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

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Alcohol

Alcohol should strictly be avoided while taking the medicine, as it can cause further liver damage.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • Inform your doctor if you have:
  • Received live vaccines recently
  • Kidney disease
  • Diabetes mellitus
  • Ulcers in the mouth
  • Any infection
  • Cough with pink coloured sputum
  • Regular check-ups are required if you are on this medicine for long
  • After stopping the medicine, you should not conceive for at least 6 months. as it affects sperm and egg production
  • Avoid taking the medicine for longer than prescribed as it can be fatal
  • If you are taking methotrexate for long term, regular health check-ups are recommended

Directions for Use

The dosage of Folitrax 25mg Tablet 4'S is to be taken as prescribed by the doctor only. Under no circumstance should be it self-medicated.

Storage and disposal

This medicine should be handled with extreme care and kept out of reach of children, as accidental ingestion can be extremely harmful to them. Any unused medicine should be carefully disposed of in consultation with your pharmacist.

Dosage

Overdose

In case of an overdose, meet your doctor immediately. The following symptoms may be noticed with an overdose of this medicine: vomiting and diarrhea, gastro-intestinal bleeding, severe bone marrow suppression, liver toxicity in patients who already run the risk of liver disease, shortness of breath, dry and persistent cough, and bone marrow suppression that can be fatal. The medicine should be consumed strictly as per the prescribed dose; otherwise, it could be fatal.

Missed a Dose

If you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Folitrax 25mg Tablet 4'S dosage is very critical in terms of the strength and duration spacing. Hence strictly adhere to your prescribed dosage.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

The composition of Folitrax 25mg Tablet 4'S contains methotrexate, which is used for stopping the growth of cancer cells and suppressing the immune system. It reduces swelling, pain and stiffness by decreasing the activity of the body's immune system. In this way, it helps cure rheumatoid arthritis. It also slows down the rapid growth of skin cells.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Using Folitrax 25mg Tablet 4'S with certain non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, aceclofenac, acemetacin, and diclofenac can lead to fatal bone marrow supression. It could also lead to aplastic anemia, where the body stops making new blood cells, and gastrointestinal toxicity
  • When used with radiotherapy, it can lead to cell death in soft tissues and bones
  • It is not safe to take the medicine when you have recently taken live vaccines
  • It adversely interacts with cyclosporin that is used for transplantation

Interactions with food items

  • Methotrexate has no known interaction with food.

Other general Interactions

Prolonged use can damage the liver and kidney.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Prolonged use of the tablet can cause severe damage to the liver including, cirrhosis of the liver, which can be fatal. High dosage can damage the kidney and its efficient functioning. It could even lead to kidney failure. In case you have psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis, this medicine might not suit you if you are alcoholic, have alcoholic or chronic liver disease, have immunodeficiency syndrome, have low red blood cell count (anaemia), low white blood cell count (leukopenia), low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) and blood deficiency disorder.

Your doctor will order regular blood tests to check your blood count and liver function along with other tests if necessary. Your will require routine visits to the doctor for monitoring for methotrexate toxicity and response to methotrexate.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:FOLITRAX

Manufacturer Name:IPCA LABORATORIES

Address:Bdh Industries Ltd, Nair Baug, Akurli Road, Kandivili(E),Mumbai-400101

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Folitrax 25 MG Tablet (4) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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