Methotrexate Questions (Page 3)

Can methotrexate cause mental or mood changes?

I am now up to 17.5 mgs a week and am feeling a little mixed-up at times and even fearful of something at times. I also have a sore throat that will not go away. Are these things normal. I have been on methotrexate for 3-3.5 months. I am being treated for Crohn's disease.

Methotrexate - Is extreme tiredness & lethargy a side effect?

I started methotrexate 2 evenings ago (6 pills q 7 days). After a full 6 hours of sleep, I am still extremely tired and have been sleeping in my recliner since getting up at 7:00am. It's now nearly 11 am and I think I could probably sleep here all day. Is this a side effect? It's pretty alarming... read more

How long is the shelf life of methotrexate?

I have some from 5/8/09. I am taking it for RA. I was wondering before I throw it out!

Can methotrexate and meloxicam be taken together?

After stopping methotrexate, how long should I wait before consumingalcohol?

Has anyone taking humira experienced anxiety or taking methotrexate or prednisone?

Lately my fears of my health been high, more about that is in my last question. I'm thinking about checking in with a specialist or something. And I sometimes have the fear I'm dying ... I have a lot of health issues. Any suggestions?

Can I take prednisone and folic acid at the same time without one destroying the other?

I have RA and have been told to separate doses of folic acid and methotrexate by 8 hours on the advice of a pharmacist. Has anyone been told to separate the doses of prednisone and folic acid as well? New pharmacist just tells me to check the internet.

Methotrexate and Headache?

I recently started taking 10 mg of methotrexate weekly for RA. I take it on Saturday mornings so that if I am tired the next day is Sunday and I can rest. For the last 3 weeks I noticed that I am getting a headache Sunday night that lasts throughout Monday. Could this be a side effect of the... read more

Can I take Nicorette when on methotrexate?

Can low dose naltrexone be taken with Methotrexate & remicade (drugs for rheumatoid arthritis)?

I heard that low dose naltrexone (4.5mg) is used for rheumatoid arthritis since it is used for auto immune diseases such as this. Can naltrexone be used with methotrexate & remicade?

What pain reliever is safe to take with methotrexate?

I take this for RA but am having a flare up and need something for the pain. I take 15mg once a week

Are there interactions between methotrexate and amoxocillin?

What is the mechanism of action of methotrexate?

Is it safe to use Viagra on occasion's while takeing Methotrexate?

Can you tell me if methotrexate 25mg weekly can cause palpitations?

I get palpitations sometimes approx 20 times a day. It's driving me mad and can be quite frightening. I have been on methotrexate 25mg for RA for almost 2 years. I am also taking leflunomide 10mg daily. I would be grateful for advise you could give me. Thanks.