Methotrexate
· Trade Name
Trexall
· Generic Name
Methotrexate
· Drug Class
Rheumatoid arthritis medication
Psoriasis medication
Cancer medication
· How It Works
Medication suppresses immune system by inhibiting enzyme, lymphocyte proliferation
· Serious Side Effects
allergic reactions
bone marrow suppression
brain damage
cirrhosis
kidney toxicity
liver toxicity
nerve toxicity
opportunistic infections
pulmonary fibrosis
seizures
· Common Side Effects
abdominal pain
anemia
diarrhea
dizziness
fatigue
hair loss
liver damage
nausea
rash
vomiting
Posted on June 2, 2009
