... period and had sex with my husband almost 3 weeks ago and have been still taking the shot since then. I read where it can cause miscarriages and birth defects. Is this true?
Methotrexate - I currently take 25MG in the MXT shot every week. I am currently 5 days late from my?
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- 16 Jun 2016 by BDawne
- Updated
- 17 June 2016
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- rheumatoid arthritis, methotrexate, miscarriage, sex, period
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Ptoon
17 Jun 2016
Pregnancy: [US Boxed Warning]: Methotrexate has been reported to cause fetal death and/or congenital abnormalities. Methotrexate is not recommended for women of childbearing potential unless there is clear medical evidence that the benefits can be expected to outweigh the considered risks. Pregnant women with psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis should not receive methotrexate. If you are going to use methotrexate and be sexually active you need good birth control. Go see a gynecologist..
Further Information
- Methotrexate Information for Consumers
- Methotrexate Information for Healthcare Professionals (includes dosage details)
- Side Effects of Methotrexate (detailed)
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Thank you, was on birth control then got sick and was taking antibiotics and totally spaced on how it cancels out the birth control. I have an appointment next week. Thank you again for your quick response!