It is an anti-metabolite and immunosuppressant drug.
Uses:
Treats certain types of cancer, such as acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), meningeal leukemia, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, soft tissue and bone sarcoma, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, breast cancer, and head and neck cancer in adults.
Treats severe psoriasis in adults.
Treats rheumatoid arthritis in adults.
Important Safety Information:
Do not use if you are allergic to methotrexate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Do not take this medicine if you have kidney or liver problems, blood disorders, weakened immune system, are pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Inform your physician immediately if you experience any symptoms of spitting and coughing up blood, general muscle weakness, vision disturbance, changes in thinking, memory, and orientation problems.
This medicine may impair fertility. Avoid getting pregnant during the treatment and for six months after the last dose.
Tell your doctor if you have a stomach ulcer, active infection, or mild kidney problems and about any recent vaccinations before starting the treatment.
Interaction with Other Drugs:
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription, over-the-counter, vaccines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products.
Storage:
Do not store above 25°C.
Do not freeze.
Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture.
Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.
How to Consume:
Always use this medicine as exactly prescribed by your doctor.
Do not chew, crush or dissolve the tablets.
Swallow the tablets whole with water.
Safety Advices:
Pregnancy: Do not use during pregnancy because it can cause birth defects.
Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Mexate 15mg tablet.
Lungs: Mexate 15mg tablet should be cautiously used in patients with lung disorders.
Liver: Mexate 15mg tablet is contraindicated in patients with acute liver failure. Dose adjustments are necessary if you have liver problems.
Alcohol: It is unsafe to drink alcohol while you take Mexate 15mg tablet because it may cause damage to your liver.
Driving: Mexate 15mg tablet may make you feel drowsy, dizzy, loss of co-ordination or can give blurred vision. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you experience any of these side effects.
Side Effects:
Common: Hair loss, photosensitivity, rash, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, decreased WBC and platelet count, dizziness, tiredness, fever, shivering, blurred vision.
Serious: Severe allergic reactions, spitting or coughing blood, chest pain, weakness on one side of the body, muscle weakness.
FAQs:
Q1. What are the most common side effects of Mexate 15mg tablet?
The most common side effects are hair loss, photosensitivity, rash, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, decreased WBC and platelet count, dizziness, tiredness, fever, shivering, and blurred vision.
Q2. What to expect after taking Mexate 15mg tablet for ectopic pregnancy?
Some possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping, skin rashes, indigestion, tiredness, lightheadedness, or dizziness.
Q3. How to boost the immune system while taking Mexate 15mg tablet?
Eating a well-balanced diet, taking all other prescribed medications, including vitamin supplements, getting adequate sleep, and staying hydrated is important.
Q4. Can I stop taking Mexate 15mg tablet?
Do not stop taking Mexate 15mg tablet without consulting your doctor.
Q5. How long can you take Mexate 15mg tablet?
Take this medicine as long as your healthcare professional prescribes it.
Q6. How do I know if Mexate 15mg tablet is working?
People taking this medicine can see improvement in 12 weeks. Your physician will suggest you take regular blood tests and follow-ups to monitor the effectiveness of the therapy.