Methotrexate "Sandoz"
Producer: Sandoz
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Methotrexate "Sandoz" is a rheumatoid and anticorrosive agent (antimetabolite). Note: There have been serious errors in handling this medicine. For rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis, the dose should only be given once a week.Active substances
methotrexate
Application
Methotrexate "Sandoz" is used to treat
- leddegigtogpsoriasis (low dose)
- certain types of cancer, including breast cancer, bladder cancer leukemia (cancer of the blood).
Dosage
Available as tablets.
The dose depends on the nature and severity of the disease.
rheumatoid arthritis
- Usually 2-10 tablets (5-25 mg) 1 time a week.
psoriasis
- Usually 2-10 tablets (5-25 mg) 1 time a week.
cancer
- The treatment is individual and tailored according to the effect, partly by the degree and extent of adverse reactions.
Note
- The joint can be used to facilitate intake. It can not be guaranteed that half a tablet contains half dose.
possible side effects
The incidence and severity of side effects depend on the size of the doses used.
Very common (over 10%) | Reduced appetite Increased gall dye, nausea, liver reaction, abdominal pain, vomiting |
Common (1-10%) | Fever, Chills, Fatigue Diarrhea, mouth inflammation, mouth ulcers Blood deficiency, bleeding, increased risk of infection due to lack of white blood cells, increased tendency for bleeding due to decrease in platelets Headache, change in skin sensation Inflammation of the mucous membranes infections |
Uncommon (0.1-1%) | Hepatic fibrosis, inflammation of the pancreas, gastrointestinal bleeding, cirrhosis of the liver Pancreatitis, Pneumonia, Liquids in the lungs, Liquid fluid collection Blood deficiency and increased risk of infection due to lack of white blood cells, swollen lymph nodes Bone cramps, joint pain Depression, Confusion, Stomatitis, Cramps, Paralysis, Paralysis in one face and body, Dizziness, Mood swings Serious skin reaction, Serious skin reaction where skin is damaged, Hair loss Allergic reactions, anaphylactic shock - an acute severe allergic condition Reduced sperm count in sperm, renal failure |
Rare (0.01-0.1%) | Later cases of cancer hepatitis Lung Scar tissue, Blood clots, Low blood pressure, Stains on the X-ray of the lungs, Shortness of breath Diabetes, Salt Balance Disorder fracture Mood swings, Reduced muscle tension, Thoughts and memory problems Skin inflammation, Sensitivity to sunlight, Skin bleeding and mucous membranes, Wound healing problems blood poisoning visual disturbances |
Very rare (less than 0.01%) | Suddenly dead Vomiting of blood Inflammation of the heart's barrier, fluid accumulation in the heartbone Blood in the urine Transient blindness, Tinnitus |
Unknown | Bleeding in the lungs Influence of the nervous system |
If the organism is unable to get rid of all the cells that Methotrexate "Sandoz" has broken, so-called tumor light can occur, which can lead to an abnormally high levels of waste in the blood and possibly kidney failure. If side pain occurs or blood is present in the urine, it may be a sign of tumor light and in this case you should seek medical advice.
Pregnancy
Do not use.- Psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis: Women must not become pregnant during treatment, and all patients (both women and men) must use safe contraception during treatment and for at least 3 months thereafter.
- cancer: Can be used under certain conditions.
breastfeeding
Do not use.Traffic
No warning.Blood donor
Do not drop. Donor must be declared by the donor village.effect
- Works by inhibiting the conversion of folic acid. The agent thus interferes with the metabolism of the cell, e.g. by inhibiting the build-up of DNA (the cell's genetic code) that is crucial to the cell's function and survival.
- The half life in the blood (T?) is 3-10 hours.
Pharmaceutical forms
tablets. 1 tablet contains 2.5 mg methotrexate (as disodium salt).
Special warnings
The drug should be used with caution at
- age over 70 years
- diabetes
- overweight
- certain lung diseases
- poor functioning bone marrow.
Note: There have been serious errors in handling this medicine. In rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis, the dose should only be given 1 time a week. There have been examples of overdose causing death. Read more about mistakes with Methotrexat "Sandoz" at pro. under "Typical Serious Errors." |
Using other medicines
It is important to inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking.
- Acetylsalicylic acid (anti-rheumatic and painful) antidiabetic agents (phenylbutazone and probenecid), omeprazole (antidiabetic agent) and trimethoprim (antibiotic) may increase the effect of Methotrexate "Sandoz".
- Liver function should be monitored when co-administered with leflunomide (anti-rheumatoid arthritis), azathioprine (anti-cancer and organ transplant), sulfasalazine (rheumatoid arthritis), isotretinoin (anti-inflammatory) and acitretin (anti-psoriasis).
Grants, delivery, packages and prices
subsidies | extradition | Dispensing form and strength | Packing | Price in kr. |
May only be delivered once after the same recipe, unless the delivery takes place in several smaller portions at a time | tablets 2.5 mg | 100 pieces. (Blister) | 183,95 |
substitution
2.5 mg tablets |
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