Question 1

Can Meditrex 5mg Tablet cause mouth ulcers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Meditrex 5mg Tablet can cause a sore mouth and mouth ulcers as side effects in some cases. Taking folic acid along with Meditrex 5mg Tablet 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.

Question 2

Why do I have to take folic acid with Meditrex 5mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Folic acid is required to make new cells in the body, and Meditrex 5mg Tablet decreases the folic acid levels in the body. Folic acid can help reduce some of the side effects of Meditrex 5mg Tablet, such as mouth ulcers, hair loss, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, fatigue, anemia, and liver problems.

Question 3

Why do I need to take regular blood tests while taking Meditrex 5mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

Regular blood tests will help your doctor to check your response to Meditrex 5mg 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.

Question 4

Can Meditrex 5mg Tablet use make me more prone to infections?

Accepted Answer

Meditrex 5mg Tablet may decrease the activity of your immune system. As a result, you may develop serious infections. There have been rare reports that suggest the occurrence of serious lung infections with the use of Meditrex 5mg Tablet. If you have an active infection, Meditrex 5mg Tablet should be used with extreme caution.

Question 5

Can Meditrex 5mg Tablet affect fertility?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Meditrex 5mg 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.

Question 6

What to do if I am planning to become pregnant and my husband is taking Meditrex 5mg Tablet?

Accepted Answer

You should avoid pregnancy if your husband is taking Meditrex 5mg 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.

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