Dermatrax

Composition for Dermatrax Products

Dermatrax Products are primarily used for

Rheumatoid arthritis, Psoriasis

About Dermatrax Products

Uses of Dermatrax Products

Methotrexate is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis.

Dermatrax Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Dermatrax are Abdominal pain, Loss of appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Increased liver enzymes, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Low blood platelets, Headache, Mouth ulcer, Decreased white blood cell count, Fatigue, Diarrhea, Drowsiness, Throat ulcer, Dyspepsia, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Pneumonitis, Exanthema, Erythema (skin redness), Itching.

How Dermatrax Products work

Methotrexate is an immunosuppressant. In rheumatoid arthritis, it works by decreasing the activity of the body's immune system. This decreases swelling, reduces pain and stiffness, and improves function. In psoriasis, it works by slowing down the rapid growth of skin cells.

Patient Concerns about Dermatrax Products

Frequently asked questions about Dermatrax Products

Frequently asked questions about Methotrexate

Q. Can Dermatrax 10mg Tablet cause mouth ulcers?
Yes, Dermatrax 10mg Tablet can cause a sore mouth and mouth ulcers as side effects in some cases. Taking folic acid along with this medicine may help in reducing the ulcers. Ask your doctor if the dose can be reduced as dose reduction may further help in reducing the ulcers.
Q. Why do I have to take folic acid with Dermatrax 10mg Tablet?
Folic acid is required to make new cells in the body and Dermatrax 10mg Tablet decreases the folic acid levels in the body. Folic acid can help reduce some of the common side effects of Dermatrax 10mg Tablet such as mouth ulcers, hair loss, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, fatigue, anemia and liver problems.
Q. Why do I need to take regular blood tests while taking Dermatrax 10mg Tablet?
Regular blood tests will help your doctor to check your response to Dermatrax 10mg Tablet and monitor you for side effects. You will need to regularly check your liver function and your blood counts (white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets). Your doctor may also order additional tests depending on the results.
Q. Can Dermatrax 10mg Tablet use make me more prone to infections?
Dermatrax 10mg Tablet may decrease the activity of your immune system. As a result, you may develop serious infections. There have been rare reports which suggest occurrence of serious lung infections with Dermatrax 10mg Tablet use. If you have an active infection, Dermatrax 10mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution.
Q. Can Dermatrax 10mg Tablet affect fertility?
Yes, Dermatrax 10mg Tablet may affect fertility in both males and females. It may cause a decrease in sperm count in males and menstrual disturbances in females. No need to worry, these effects are reversible and disappear once the therapy is discontinued.
Q. What to do if I am planning to become pregnant and my husband is taking Dermatrax 10mg Tablet?
You should avoid pregnancy if your husband is taking Dermatrax 10mg Tablet. Also, it is advised that pregnancy should be further avoided for a minimum of 3 months after the therapy as it can lead to serious fetal abnormalities.

Products for Dermatrax

Dermatrax 10mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
128.3
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Dermatrax 7.5mg Tablet
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MRP
99.85
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Dermatrax 2.5mg Tablet
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MRP
53
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Dermatrax 5mg Tablet
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MRP
82.3
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