Trexo 7.5 Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Methotrexate (7.5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Indiabulls pharmaceutical ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Trexo 7.5 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. Trexo 7.5 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.
Trexo 7.5 Tablet inhibits enzymes (dihydrofolate reductase), prevents cell division and leads to anti-inflammatory actions. Trexo 7.5 Tablet kills cancer cells by preventing them from making DNA. Trexo 7.5 Tablet can help control psoriasis by retarding the production of skin cells and suppressing inflammation. Trexo 7.5 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.
Does Trexo 7.5 Tablet cause mouth ulcers?
Yes, Trexo 7.5 Tablet may cause a sore mouth and mouth ulcers in some individuals as a side effect. Combining it with folic acid might help reduce these occurrences.
Why am I required to take folic acid along with Trexo 7.5 Tablet?
Folic acid is essential for creating new cells in the body, and Trexo 7.5 Tablet lowers the amount of folic acid in your system. Folic acid can help minimize common side effects like mouth ulcers, hair loss, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, fatigue, anemia, and liver problems.
Why do regular blood tests need to be done while taking Trexo 7.5 Tablet?
Regular blood tests are crucial for monitoring your response to Trexo 7.5 Tablet and detecting potential side effects. These tests will check your liver function and blood count (white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets). Your doctor may order additional tests based on the results.
Can Trexo 7.5 Tablet increase my risk of infections?
Trexo 7.5 Tablet might weaken your immune system, which could lead to serious infections. There have been rare cases where individuals experienced severe lung infections while taking Trexo 7.5 Tablet. If you already have an active infection, it's crucial to use Trexo 7.5 Tablet with extreme caution.
Can Trexo 7.5 Tablet affect my fertility?
Yes, Trexo 7.5 Tablet may impact both male and female fertility. It can decrease sperm count in men and cause menstrual irregularities in women. However, these effects are usually reversible once treatment is discontinued.
What should I do if I am planning to become pregnant and my husband is taking Trexo 7.5 Tablet?
You should avoid becoming pregnant while your husband is on Trexo 7.5 Tablet. It's recommended to delay pregnancy for at least three months after completing treatment as it may increase the risk of fetal abnormalities.
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. Trexo 7.5 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- 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 Trexo 7.5 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.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Trexo 7.5 Tablet.
Breastfeed
Trexo 7.5 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnancy
Trexo 7.5 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.
