Biotrexate 15 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Biotrexate 15 Injection Benefits & Uses

Biotrexate 15 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Crohn's Disease

Biotrexate 15 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

Biotrexate 15 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Biotrexate 15 Injection is used -

Moderate

Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Loss of appetite
Diarrhoea
Joint pain
Photosensitivity
Hair Loss
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Itching or burning
Rash
Headache
Infection
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Cough

Common

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Biotrexate 15 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Biotrexate 15 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Biotrexate 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 Biotrexate 15 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Biotrexate . It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Biotrexate 15 Injection on the Kidneys?

Biotrexate may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Biotrexate 15 Injection on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Biotrexate . If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Biotrexate 15 Injection on the Heart?

Biotrexate has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Biotrexate 15 Injection with Other Drugs

Biotrexate 15 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

Biotrexate 15 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Biotrexate 15 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infections
Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia
Kidney Disease
Mouth Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Biotrexate 15 Injection

Is this Biotrexate 15 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Biotrexate 15 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Biotrexate 15 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Biotrexate 15 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Biotrexate 15 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Biotrexate 15 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Biotrexate 15 Injection

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Biotrexate 15 Injection, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Biotrexate 15 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 Biotrexate 15 Injection

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Biotrexate a steroid?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

No, Biotrexate 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 4 years ago

Can I take Biotrexate with paracetamol?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes Biotrexate can be taken with paracetamol. Paracetamol does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Biotrexate . Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Biotrexate with ranitidine?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Biotrexate can be taken with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with ranitidine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Biotrexate ?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

The dosage of this drug may vary depending on the diagnosis and the patient's medical condition. Take Biotrexate as advised by your doctor. Ideally, oral Biotrexate has to be taken empty stomach because the presence of food might affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with bone marrow depression, and improper liver or kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Biotrexate raise blood sugar?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Biotrexate 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Methotrexate

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 862-863

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 832-834

Biotrexate 15 Injection

Biotrexate 15 Injection

Biotrexate 15 Injection Benefits & Uses

Biotrexate 15 Injection Dosage & How to Take

Biotrexate 15 Injection Side Effects

Biotrexate 15 Injection Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Biotrexate 15 Injection with Other Drugs

Biotrexate 15 Injection Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Biotrexate 15 Injection

Biotrexate 15 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Biotrexate 15 Injection

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Biotrexate a steroid?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Biotrexate with paracetamol?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Biotrexate with ranitidine?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Biotrexate ?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Question over 5 years ago

Does Biotrexate raise blood sugar?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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