Discussions tagged “methotrexate”

I've been on Trexall 7.5mg Tablets for about 6 months now to treat my rheumatoid arthritis and I've had a mix of good and not-so-good experiences. At first, I was nervous about the potential side effects, but my doctor assured me that treating rheumatoid arthritis with this drug was a common and effective practice, and that serious side effects were rare. So I went for it, and initially, things were great. I noticed less joint pain and inflammation, but I also started to experience some hair loss. I'm still not sure if I can blame the medication or not. What I'm not sure about is whether or not it's worth it, in the long run, to treat my RA with Trexall. The pain and inflammation are down, but I want to know if other people with RA and psoriasis are having better results with this drug. I'm also curious about whether anybody knows what the chances are of developing liver problems or infections. It's all a little scary. Anyway, I'd really appreciate some insight from others who are taking or have taken Trexall for their autoimmune diseases. Yes, I know my doctor is there to help, but it's always good to get some firsthand experience too.

I've been prescribed Leucovorin Calcium 15mg Tablets to help protect my healthy cells while I'm on methotrexate. I'm a bit nervous about the potential side effects, especially the severe ones. Has anyone else here taken this medication? I'd love to hear about your experiences, whether good or bad. Any tips on managing side effects would be appreciated too. I'm especially curious about how it interacts with methotrexate and if anyone has noticed any improvements in their treatment.