Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet

Short Description

Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet is a medicine used for treatment of cancer in various parts of the body, rheumatoid arthritis, severe and uncontrolled psoriasis, and Crohn's disease.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Imutrex 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, hair loss, 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.

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. Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

ulcerative stomatitis hair loss low blood cell count increased liver enzymes nausea abdominal distress

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Imutrex 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.

Interacting Medicines

Rotavirus vaccine (live attenuated, oral) Live Attenuated Varicella-Zoster Virus Measles Vaccine (Live) Rubella vaccine (Live)

Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet inhibits enzymes (dihydrofolate reductase), prevents cell division and leads to anti-inflammatory actions. Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet kills cancer cells by preventing them from making DNA. Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet can help control psoriasis by retarding the production of skin cells and suppressing inflammation. Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet may treat rheumatoid arthritis by suppressing the immune system, preventing it from attacking the body's cells. This helps reduce the inflammation that causes swollen and stiff joints in rheumatoid arthritis or damage to bowel in Crohn's disease.

Drink plenty of liquids to stay hydrated while taking this medication. Take folic acid if advised by your doctor. This will help lessen the side effects of this medicine. It may take from weeks to months for Imutrex 2.5mg Tablet to work. Keep taking the medication as prescribed. Your doctor may get regular blood test done to monitor your kidney function, liver function, and level of blood cells in your blood. 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.