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Mexate 15 mg Tablet acts as an immunosuppressant, which helps in reducing inflammation and prevents joint stiffness, thereby providing relief from rheumatoid arthritis.
Mexate 15 mg Tablet works by suppressing the overactive immune system that is responsible for causing psoriasis. Mexate 15 mg Tablet interferes with the synthesis of genetic material (DNA) and the growth of cells that multiply faster than usual, thereby helping in treating psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Mexate 15 mg Tablet . Stop taking Mexate 15 mg Tablet and consult your doctor if you have diarrhoea. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Mexate 15 mg Tablet can affect egg and sperm production and could lead to birth defects. Women of child-bearing potential and men using Mexate 15 mg Tablet must use effective contraception while on treatment with Mexate 15 mg Tablet and for at least six months after stopping the treatment. Mexate 15 mg Tablet can lead to infertility. Therefore male patients are advised to talk with their doctor regarding the possibility of sperm preservation before starting the treatment with Mexate 15 mg Tablet .
Mexate 15 mg Tablet causes leukopenia (decreased number of white blood cells) and hence may make you more susceptible to infections. Consult your doctor if you develop any signs of infections such as fever, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding or bruising.
Mexate 15 mg Tablet may cause mouth sores. Stop taking Mexate 15 mg Tablet and consult your doctor if you have sores in the mouth. Your doctor may recommend folate supplements to treat mouth sores.
Alcohol
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You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Mexate 15 mg Tablet .
Pregnancy
Unsafe
Mexate 15 mg Tablet may cause serious birth defects. It is not recommended to take Mexate 15 mg Tablet while you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
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Mexate 15 mg Tablet passes into breast milk. Avoid breastfeeding whilst on treatment with Mexate 15 mg Tablet .
Driving
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Mexate 15 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and tiredness; do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you experience these symptoms.
Liver
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Do not take Mexate 15 mg Tablet if you have chronic liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment before taking Mexate 15 mg Tablet .
Kidney
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Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment before taking Mexate 15 mg Tablet .
Children
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Mexate 15 mg Tablet should be used with caution in children and only if prescribed by the doctor.
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About Mexate 15 mg Tablet
Mexate 15 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medicines called 'anti-metabolites and immunosuppressants' used to treat active rheumatoid arthritis, including polyarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, severe psoriasis, and severe psoriatic arthritis. Mexate 15 mg Tablet 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).
Mexate 15 mg Tablet 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, Mexate 15 mg Tablet prevents and stops the growth of cancer cells, thereby helps treat cancer. Mexate 15 mg Tablet treats psoriasis by suppressing the overactive immune system that is responsible for causing psoriasis.
In some cases, Mexate 15 mg Tablet may cause common side-effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, 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 Mexate 15 mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor; daily intake of Mexate 15 mg Tablet could lead to serious toxic effects. Do not take Mexate 15 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Mexate 15 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and fatigue, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol whilst on treatment with Mexate 15 mg Tablet . 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 Mexate 15 mg Tablet
Medicinal Benefits
Mexate 15 mg Tablet 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. Mexate 15 mg Tablet 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. Mexate 15 mg Tablet treats psoriasis by suppressing the overactive immune system that is responsible for causing psoriasis. Mexate 15 mg Tablet 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). Mexate 15 mg Tablet prevents and stops the growth of cancer cells by interfering with DNA production. Mexate 15 mg Tablet may also be used to treat inflammatory bowel disease.
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Do not take Mexate 15 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have immunodeficiency conditions, bone marrow problems, low white blood cell count, low platelet count, serious anaemia, liver problems due to alcohol abuse, chronic liver disease; if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor before taking Mexate 15 mg Tablet if you have/had liver or kidney problems, ulceration in the stomach or bowels, poor general condition, received any vaccinations or if you are due to have any vaccinations, diabetes, ascites (fluid in the stomach area), lung problems or fluid in the lungs. Mexate 15 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and fatigue, so drive only if you are alert. Take Mexate 15 mg Tablet exactly as directed by the doctor as it may cause serious problems if not taken in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Stop taking Mexate 15 mg Tablet and consult your doctor immediately if you have mouth sores, diarrhoea, a fever, dehydration, cough, bleeding, shortness of breath, any signs of infection, or a skin rash.
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