Methotrexate

Posted Mon 8 Aug 2016 18.55 by xEllaMBellax

Hi everyone. I've just been given my mess but am slightly confused. I've been given methotrexate 2.5mg tabs. But on the label it says ' take 6 tablets (15mg) per week for 4 weeks. Normally taken once weekly' I've also been given 5mg of folic acid (4 weeks) I've already had my trial. Just wondered how everyone else takes theirs. Thanks for reading.

Posted Fri 12 Aug 2016 08.15 by katykaye (edited Fri 12 Aug 2016 08.16 by katykaye)

I take 5mg of Folic Acid on Thursday then I take 15mg (6 tablets) MTX on Friday evenings at 6:30pm. Then I am really tired and nauseaus on Saturday - but the rest of the week has been fine. Good luck

Posted Sat 13 Aug 2016 17.51 by xEllaMBellax

Took my first dose on Monday evening. Then took the folic acid on Tuesday. Had a mega headache but other than that I've been okay. Have noticed a change in my skin already. :)

Posted Sat 3 Sep 2016 04.37 by nat epsom

Hi, I've just started methotrexate 10mg once a week. I'm on week 5 now and haven't noticed any changes yet (hands, knees, elbows, toe).Have been feeling extremely tired. I would be interested to hear if and when you start noticing any changes. Going for bloods for liver monthly. All the best

Posted Mon 5 Sep 2016 22.15 by mihar

Hi. I've had Plaque Psoriasis for over 10 years now. I have also just been started on Methotrexate (MTX) about a week ago 12.5mg twice a week (on Monday and Thursday). On the remaining days I take my Folic Acid. I feel tired as well but I guess working in healthcare just keeps me busy. Going for liver checks as well monthly. I've noticed a reduced amount of flaking on my scalp although no changes on other lesions. Thanks and all the best everyone.

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