METHOREXATE IMG-20210411-WA0026

Mechanism of action

Adenosine binds to cell surface receptors

And suppresses many inflammatory and immune reactions

Leading into intracellular accumulation of AICAR and increased adenosine release

Polyglutamates inhibit aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleotides transformylase

Indications

Rheumatoid arthritis

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis

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Contraindications

Bad infection

Dehydration

Low blood counts due to bone marrow failure

Anemia

Decreased blood platelets

Condition resulting from a defective immune system

Low levels of white blood cells

Side effects

Dizziness

Drowsiness

Headache

Swollen, tender gums

Decreased appetite

redened eyes

Hairloss

Route

Subcutaneous, intramuscular

Storage

Room temperature away from sunlight

Store it in a dark, dry place