Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet

Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet

Let us guide you through the essential information about Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet. This page details its approved uses, provides clear instructions on how to use it, outlines potential side effects you should be aware of, and highlights important warnings and precautions. Remember, the information here is a supplement to, not a replacement for, professional medical advice regarding Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet.

Information about Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet (Brand: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries) - Uses: Treatment of Cancer,Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis,Treatment of Psoriasis,Treatment of Crohn’s disease

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  • MRP: ₹ 49.5
  • Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
  • Salt Combination: Methotrexate (2.5mg)
  • Brand: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
  • Uses: Treatment of Cancer,Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis,Treatment of Psoriasis,Treatment of Crohn’s disease

Description

  • Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet is a medicine used for treatment of cancer in various parts of the body such as breasts, head, neck, lungs, blood, bone, lymph, and uterus
  • It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, severe and uncontrolled psoriasis, and Crohn’s disease
  • Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines
  • You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised
  • Taking too much of it can cause serious side effects
  • It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to
  • You should avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it may increase your risk of liver damage.
  • The most common side effects of this medicine are ulcerative stomatitis, hairloss, low blood cell count, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and abdominal distress
  • Your doctor may advise you to take folic acid to reduce some of these
  • If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor
  • There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects
  • This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver, or kidneys
  • Your doctor may perform several tests such as blood tests, X-rays, and physical examinations both before and during treatment with this medicine to check for these.
  • Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have problems related to the stomach, liver, or kidney, or are taking any medicines to treat infections
  • Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using
  • This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding as it may harm the baby.

Cautions

Liver: CAUTION: Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney: CAUTION: Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Driving: UNSAFE: Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding: UNSAFE: Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnency: UNSAFE: Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet 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.
Alcohol: UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet.
Drug Action: Antimetabolite- Methotrexate
Therapeutic class: ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: Glutamic Acid Derivative

Uses

Uses of Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet

  • In Treatment of Cancer Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet works by slowing the growth of cancer cells in the body
  • It is used to treat a wide range of cancers such as acute leukemias, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and solid tumors found in breast, lung, bladder, head and neck as well as cervical, ovarian and testicular cancer
  • It may be given alone or in combination with other medicines
  • It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor
  • You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
  • In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antimetabolites
  • It may be used to treat severe rheumatoid arthritis if other treatments have already been tried and have not worked
  • It is not a first-line treatment
  • It works by reducing the body's immune system, this decreases swelling, reduces pain, stiffness, and improves function
  • Take it exactly as prescribed and for as long as it is prescribed to get the most benefit
  • Do not take more than you should
  • It may take several months to become fully effective
  • In Treatment of Psoriasis Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antimetabolites
  • It may be used to treat severe psoriasis when other treatments have not worked
  • Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly
  • Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet works by killing these fast-growing cells
  • It is potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor
  • Take it exactly as prescribed and for as long as it is prescribed to get the most benefit
  • DO NOT take more than you should
  • It may take several months to become fully effective
  • You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
  • In Treatment of Crohn’s disease Crohn’s disease is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the intestines
  • The most common symptoms are diarrhea and pain in your abdomen
  • Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet helps reduce the inflammation, relieve the symptoms, and prevent them from coming back.
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of Biotrexate 2.5mg Tablet
  • Ulcerative stomatitis
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Hair loss
  • Decreased blood cells (red cells
  • white cells
  • and platelets)

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