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Folitrax 2.5 Tablet
Prescription Required
Overview
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 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 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
Side effects of Folitrax Tablet
Common
- 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.
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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Patient Concerns
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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?
Others
41%
Psoriasis
34%
Rheumatoid ar*
20%
Head and neck*
5%
*Rheumatoid arthritis, Head and neck cancer
How much was the improvement?
Average
44%
Excellent
33%
Poor
22%
What were the side-effects while using Folitrax 2.5 Tablet?
Loss of appet*
22%
Nausea
22%
No Side Effec*
11%
Abdominal pai*
11%
Sweating
11%
*Loss of appetite, No Side Effect, Abdominal pain
How do you take Folitrax Tablet?
With food
88%
With or witho*
12%
*With or without food
Please rate Folitrax 2.5 Tablet on price
Not Expensive
42%
Average
33%
Expensive
25%
FAQs
Q. Can Folitrax cause mouth ulcers?
Yes, Folitrax 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?
Folic acid is required to make new cells in the body and Folitrax decreases the folic acid levels in the body. By taking folic acid some of the common side effects like mouth ulcers, hair loss, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, fatigue, anemia and liver problems can be reduced.
Q. Why do I need to take regular blood tests while taking Folitrax?
Regular blood tests will help your doctor to check your response to Folitrax 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 use make me more prone to infections?
Folitrax may decrease the activity of your immune system. As a result, you may develop serious infections. There have been rare reports of serious lung infections with Folitrax use. If you have an active infection, Folitrax should be used with extreme caution.
Q. Can Folitrax affect fertility?
Yes, it may affect fertility in both males and females. There may be a decrease in sperm count in males and menstrual disturbances in females. 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?
You should avoid pregnancy if your husband is taking Folitrax. Also, avoid pregnancy for a minimum of 3 months after the therapy as it can lead to serious fetal abnormalities.
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