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Methotrexate

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Richland, MO

I am on Methotrexate for my RA. Been getting some headaches but seems to help some with the bad swelling I was having. Anyone else have any advice on or about this medicine or how it affected them, Did it help you????

December 27, 2015 (edited)
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A myRAteam Member

I used to get really nauseated for a couple of days after taking my MTX pills...fatigued as well. I switched to weekly injections and have had no nausea whatsoever! Still tired the next day ( I take it at night)....

December 29, 2015
A myRAteam Member

I also take folic acid every day, except MTX day.

January 10, 2016
A myRAteam Member

Have been on it for 11 years. No problem as long as you're taking prescription folic acid with it. My rheumy added remicade about 8 months later. The combo has been wonderful.

December 30, 2015
A myRAteam Member

I take 8 pills of Methotrexate weekly now for about 13 years & I experience some nausea & fatigue usually the day I take my meds & the day after .. I forgot to add I drink a lot of water when I take my pills & eat jello to help

December 29, 2015 (edited)
A myRAteam Member

I was on prednisone for a long time and I refused it because I was putting on so much weight from it and that doesn't help your joints either so I definitely like the methotrexate without the prednisone. Thank you for your feedback

December 28, 2015

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