✅ Product Introduction
Mext 5 Mg Tablet contains Methotrexate, an antimetabolite that interferes with the growth of rapidly dividing cells, including cancer cells and immune cells. It reduces inflammation in autoimmune diseases and slows down disease progression.
✅ Uses
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Rheumatoid arthritis (to reduce joint pain and swelling)
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Psoriasis (to control skin cell overgrowth)
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Certain cancers like leukemia, breast cancer, and lymphomas (under oncologist supervision)
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Other autoimmune diseases (as advised by a specialist)
✅ Benefits
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Slows the progression of joint damage in arthritis
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Helps clear skin plaques in psoriasis
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In cancers, stops or slows the growth of abnormal cells
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Allows reduction in steroid use for long-term disease control
✅ Composition
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Methotrexate 5 mg
✅ Side Effects
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Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
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Mouth ulcers
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Tiredness, dizziness
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Hair loss (usually mild and temporary)
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Rare but serious: liver toxicity, low blood counts, lung problems — regular monitoring is essential
✅ Safety Advice
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Take exactly as prescribed, usually once weekly (never daily unless specifically told) — wrong dosing can be dangerous.
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Avoid alcohol to reduce risk of liver damage.
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Regular blood tests are required to monitor liver function and blood counts.
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Not recommended in pregnancy and breastfeeding — effective contraception is essential during treatment and for some time after stopping.
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Inform your doctor if you develop persistent cough, unexplained fever, or easy bruising.
