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Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Mexate Combipack should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Mexate Combipack . So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Mexate Combipack . If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Mexate Combipack . If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Mexate Combipack only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection on the Heart?

Mexate Combipack has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Omeprazole

Esomeprazole

Rotavirus Vaccine (Live Attenuated)

Moderate

Ketoconazole

Atorvastatin

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia
Kidney Disease
Mouth Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection

Is this Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection for mental disorders.

No

Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection

Taking [medicine] and alcohol at the same time may lead to mild side effects. Contact your doctor right away if you observe any side effects.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Mexate Combipack 25 Mg Injection

Question over 4 years ago

Is Mexate Combipack a steroid?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Mexate Combipack is not a steroid. It is an antimetabolite (a chemotherapy drug) and disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARDs) which have immunosuppressant properties. It is used in the treatment of various types of cancer and other diseases such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and Crohn's disease.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Mexate Combipack cause weight gain?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Mexate Combipack does not cause weight changes (weight gain or loss). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unusual weight changes then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Mexate Combipack raise blood sugar?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Mexate Combipack does not raise blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing increased thirst, trouble concentrating, and frequent urination which are symptoms of increased blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia) then do discuss with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Mexate Combipack raise blood pressure?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Mexate Combipack does not raise blood pressure (hypertension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Mexate Combipack work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Mexate Combipack contains methotrexate which is a chemotherapy drug that works in cancer by preventing the DNA synthesis of cancerous cells. It inhibits dihydrofolic acid reductase enzyme which is important for the formation of tetrahydrofolate. Tetrahydrofolate is essential for the synthesis of some DNA components of the cancerous cells. Incase of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, and Crohn's disease Mexate Combipack works by suppressing the body's normal immune response to inflammation. This results in reduced inflammation and provides relief from the symptoms associated with these diseases.