Expert advice for Mexate Injection
It reduces inflammation in the joints which helps decrease swelling, pain, stiffness & reduces irreversible joint damage. 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 Mexate 25 mg Injection. It takes 6 to 8 weeks for Mexate 25 mg Injection to work. It is important to keep taking the medication. Have your blood tested every 4 to 8 weeks. This is important to make sure Mexate 25 mg Injection isn’t harming your liver or blood counts. Avoid alcohol when taking Mexate 25 mg Injection. Can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Mexate 25 mg Injection.
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Composition
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Methotrexate (25mg) |
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Potentially Unsafe With
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Alcohol |
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Side Effect
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Common
Side Effects of Mexate are Nausea, Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Dyspepsia, Abdominal pain, Increased liver enzymes, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth). |
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How to works
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How Mexate Injection works
Mexate 25 mg Injection is an immunosuppressant. In rheumatoid arthritis, it works by decreasing the activity of 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. |
