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Folitrax 2.5 Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet is a medicine used to treat rheumatoid arthritis where it can prevent further joint damage. It is also used to treat severe forms of a skin disease called psoriasis by killing cells in the skin which are growing too quickly.
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it too much can cause very 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 drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, tiredness, and mouth sores. 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. It is a very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver, or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, 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. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped. Your doctor may perform several tests such as blood tests, x-rays, and physical examinations both before and during treatment with this medicine.
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it too much can cause very 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 drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, tiredness, and mouth sores. 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. It is a very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver, or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, 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. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped. Your doctor may perform several tests such as blood tests, x-rays, and physical examinations both before and during treatment with this medicine.
Uses of Folitrax Tablet
Benefits of Folitrax Tablet
In Rheumatoid arthritis
Folitrax 2.5 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 Psoriasis
Folitrax 2.5 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. Folitrax 2.5 Tablet works by killing these fast-growing cells. It is a 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.
Side effects of Folitrax Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Folitrax
- Abdominal pain
- Indigestion
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Tiredness
- Mouth sore
How to use Folitrax Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Folitrax 2.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Folitrax Tablet works
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet is an immunosuppressant. In rheumatoid arthritis, 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.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Folitrax 2.5 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Folitrax 2.5 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.
Breastfeeding
UNSAFE
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Folitrax 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Folitrax 2.5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Folitrax 2.5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Folitrax 2.5 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick Tips
- 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 Folitrax 2.5 Tablet 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Glutamic Acid Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Interaction with Drugs
Taking Folitrax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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User Feedback
Patients taking Folitrax 2.5 Tablet
Twice A Week
40%
Once A Week
40%
Once A Day
20%
What are you using Folitrax Tablet for?
Psoriasis
43%
Others
30%
Rheumatoid ar*
23%
Head and neck*
4%
*Rheumatoid arthritis, Head and neck cancer
How much was the improvement?
Average
50%
Excellent
27%
Poor
23%
What were the side-effects while using Folitrax 2.5 Tablet?
Abdominal pai*
27%
Loss of appet*
18%
Nausea
18%
Lung disorder
9%
Sweating
9%
*Abdominal pain, Loss of appetite
How do you take Folitrax Tablet?
With food
93%
With or witho*
7%
*With or without food
Please rate Folitrax 2.5 Tablet on price
Not Expensive
40%
Expensive
33%
Average
26%
FAQs
Q. Can Folitrax 2.5 Tablet cause mouth ulcers?
Yes, Folitrax 2.5 Tablet 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 Folitrax 2.5 Tablet?
Folic acid is required to make new cells in the body and Folitrax 2.5 Tablet decreases the folic acid levels in the body. Folic acid can help reduce some of the common side effects of Folitrax 2.5 Tablet 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 Folitrax 2.5 Tablet?
Regular blood tests will help your doctor to check your response to Folitrax 2.5 Tablet 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.
Q. Can Folitrax 2.5 Tablet use make me more prone to infections?
Folitrax 2.5 Tablet 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 Folitrax 2.5 Tablet use. If you have an active infection, Folitrax 2.5 Tablet should be used with extreme caution.
Q. Can Folitrax 2.5 Tablet affect fertility?
Yes, Folitrax 2.5 Tablet 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 Folitrax 2.5 Tablet?
You should avoid pregnancy if your husband is taking Folitrax 2.5 Tablet. 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.
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