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Hitrex 50 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Lymphoma. Secondary and off-label uses of Hitrex 50 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Hitrex 50 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Hitrex 50 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hitrex 50 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Hitrex 50 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Hitrex 50 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Hitrex 50 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hitrex 50 Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Liver Disease, Anemia must refrain from the use of Hitrex 50 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Hitrex 50 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Hitrex 50 Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Hitrex 50 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Hitrex 50 Injection is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Hitrex 50 Injection 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.
Is the use of Hitrex 50 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Hitrex may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Hitrex 50 Injection 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.
What is the effect of Hitrex 50 Injection 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.
What is the effect of Hitrex 50 Injection on the Heart?
Hitrex may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hitrex 50 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hitrex 50 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Hitrex 50 Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Hitrex 50 Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Hitrex 50 Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Hitrex 50 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Hitrex 50 Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Hitrex 50 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hitrex 50 Injection
Drinking alcohol while taking Hitrex 50 Injection may lead to slight side effects. If you experience any side effects, contact your doctor.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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
