Folitrax 20 Tablet

Folitrax 20 Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of cancer in various parts of the body. It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, severe and uncontrolled psoriasis, and Crohn’s disease. It works by slowing the growth of abnormal cells and reducing immune system activity in autoimmune conditions.
 

Folitrax 20 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.

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.

Folitrax 20 Tablet 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 the treatment with this medicine to check for these problems.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have problems related to the stomach, liver, or kidneys, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect or be affected by this medicine, so let your doctor know about all your medications. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, as it may harm the baby. You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may increase your risk of liver damage.

USES OF FOLITRAX TABLET

• Treatment of Cancer
• Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis
• Treatment of Psoriasis
• Treatment of Crohn’s disease

BENEFITS OF FOLITRAX TABLET

In Treatment of Cancer

Folitrax 20 Tablet works by slowing the growth of cancer cells in the body. It is used to treat a wide range of cancers, such as acute leukemias, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and solid tumors found in the breast, lung, bladder, head, and neck, as well as cervical, ovarian, and testicular cancer. It may be given alone or in combination with other medicines.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FOLITRAX TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Folitrax

• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Ulcerative stomatitis
• Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)

HOW TO USE FOLITRAX TABLET

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. Folitrax 20 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW FOLITRAX TABLET WORKS

Folitrax 20 Tablet inhibits enzymes (dihydrofolate reductase), prevents cell division, and leads to anti-inflammatory actions. Folitrax 20 Tablet kills cancer cells by preventing them from making DNA. Folitrax 20 Tablet can help control psoriasis by retarding the production of skin cells and suppressing inflammation. Folitrax 20 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 the intestine in Crohn's disease.