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Hitrex Benefits & Uses

Hitrex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Hitrex 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

Hitrex Related Warnings

Is the use of Hitrex safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Hitrex. If you are pregnant, do not take Hitrex without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Hitrex safe during breastfeeding?

Hitrex may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Hitrex on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Hitrex. 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 Hitrex on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Hitrex on the Heart?

Hitrex may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Hitrex with Other Drugs

Hitrex 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

Hitrex Contraindications

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

Infections
Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia
Kidney Disease
Mouth Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Hitrex

Is this Hitrex habit forming or addictive?

Hitrex is not addictive in nature.

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

Hitrex will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Hitrex only as per medical advice.

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

Hitrex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Hitrex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hitrex

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Hitrex with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Hitrex

Drinking alcohol while taking Hitrex may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.

Mild

Frequently asked Questions about Hitrex

Question about 5 years ago

Can Hitrex cure psoriasis?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Hitrex can help in curing psoriasis which is caused by the overactive immune system. It is used in the treatment of severe cases of psoriasis when another treatment with other medications is not working. Hitrex contains methotrexate that suppresses the body's overactive immune system. This helps in reducing the severity of psoriasis so that patient can use milder therapy for relief.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Hitrex?

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 Hitrex as advised by your doctor. Ideally, oral Hitrex 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 about 5 years ago

Does Hitrex cause anemia?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Hitrex may cause anemia, this occurs only in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. It occurs due to bone marrow suppression which might cause anemia (low red blood cells count), leukopenia (low white blood cells count), thrombocytopenia (low platelets count), and pancytopenia (low red cells, white cells, and platelets). However, this effect is reversible in nature and the function of bone marrow is restored after discontinuation of this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Hitrex cure rheumatoid arthritis?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Unfortunately, there is no such drug available till now that can cure rheumatoid arthritis. Hitrex is effectively used in combination with other drugs to relieve the symptoms that associated with rheumatoid arthritis such as pain and swelling.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Hitrex cause weight gain?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Hitrex 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.