⚠️Prescription Required

Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Methotrexate’ that works by interrupting the processes of the immune system that cause inflammation in the joint tissues. It reduces pain and inflammation and delays joint damage and disease progression over time. Besides this, Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s prevents and stops the growth of cancer cells, thereby helps treat cancer. Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s treats psoriasis by suppressing the overactive immune system that is responsible for causing psoriasis.

In some cases, Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s may cause common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, unusual fatigue, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, lowered resistance to infections, tingling sensation, leukopenia (decreased number of white blood cells), and soreness of mouth and lips. You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Take Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s exactly as prescribed by the doctor; daily intake of Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s could lead to serious toxic effects. Do not take Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s may cause dizziness and fatigue, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol whilst on treatment with Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests, kidney and liver tests to monitor your condition. Inform your doctor about your medications and health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects/interactions.

Uses of Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s
Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriatic arthritis, Psoriasis, Cancer

Medicinal Benefits
Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s belongs to the class of medicines called ‘anti-metabolites and immunosuppressants’ used to treat active rheumatoid arthritis, including polyarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (arthritis in children), severe psoriasis, and severe psoriatic arthritis. Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s helps treat rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis by interrupting the processes of the immune system that cause inflammation in the joint tissues. It reduces pain and inflammation and delays joint damage and disease progression over time. Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s treats psoriasis by suppressing the overactive immune system that is responsible for causing psoriasis. Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat breast cancer, lung cancer, head and neck cancer, mycosis fungoides (type of blood cancer), and advanced stage non-Hodgkin’s lymphomas (cancer that starts in the lymphatic system). Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s prevents and stops the growth of cancer cells by interfering with DNA production. Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s may also be used to treat inflammatory bowel disease.

Directions for Use
Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Tablet/capsule: Take it one hour after food in the evening or as advised by the doctor. Swallow the tablet/capsule as a whole with a glass of water whilst standing or sitting upright; do not break or chew it. Oral solution: Take the prescribed quantity by mouth using the dosing syringe.

Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Folitrax-5 Tablet 10’s

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Unusual fatigue
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Loss of appetite
• Elevated liver enzymes
• Lowered resistance to infections
• Tingling sensation
• Leukopenia (decreased number of white blood cells)
• Soreness of mouth and lips