Methotrexate any advice?

[janice]

Hi im new to this and a little shy i have had P for many years and at my wits end im thinking of going on methotrexate (my dermo recommends ) any advice?

[Fred]

Hello Janice and

Don't worry about being shy on here, no one will knock you for it. And if they do then they will have to get past me first.

Methotrexate is one of those treatments people either love or hate, a bit like Marmite. There are some on here who will tell you it's great and some will tell you they wouldn't use it. The main thing with Methotrexate is to make sure you are getting regular check ups and blood tests (This is very important)

Have a look at this thread for the basics on Methotrexate: Methotrexate

Krissie's thread may also be of interest to you: Finally!!

Have a look through some of the other threads and see what others think, but in the end remember it's your body and you should only use what you are happy with, and what works for some may not work for others.

Regards.

Fred.

[Hanna]

Hello

I've been on methotrexate before ....twice actually and had 2 totally different reactions on it.

Good luck, I would also look into other drug options so you know what's what

[Fred]

Janice I will move this thread to Prescribed as it may get noticed better there.

Fred.

[Krissie_Wright]

Hi janice..

I am on MTX at the moment for psoriatic arthritis and while it is working wonders for that (I am now off my daily NSAIDs) it hasn't done a single thing for my psoriasis...

For me, that's not an issue, my P and I came to an understanding a LONG time ago and I don't really mind my patches these days but I know it is a rather hit and miss medication... Works for some, doesn't work for others.

My advice is to give it a shot (assuming you have had UVB which works fantastically) as you never know if you don't try. Mind you, if you like a tipple you'll be unhappy to hear that you should not drink on MTX (I am allowed 4 units a week but very rarely drink so not a problem for me).

Let us know how you get on.

Krissie

[Caroline]

Hi Janice,

I have been on it. On the suggestion of the reumatologist.
That was once and never again !!
See also this thread..
MTX

[mickyfinn007]

My time on MTX was great, it really worked for me, but I really need to get back to the hospital and get something going again, as I am only on ointments at the moment, complete waste of time.
Everybody reacts differently to MTX, I found it great with no side effects whatsoever, other people will have side effects, everyone is different and will react differently to different medication.

Regards
Micky

[Amy]

Hi there Janice,

Took my second dose this morning and due to see the dermatologist again next Wednesday. My first question will be how long before I can try something else - hate it due to side effects.

But..... I've learnt from these guys that everyone is different and I keep reminding myself that being on MTX if nothing else means I'm doing something about the psoriasis and I won't be eaten by it!

Good luck

[mickyfinn007]

I personally, would give it about a month, just to see if the side effects subside.
You will also find that you won't notice any real improvement with the Psoriasis until you have been on the medication for 4-8 weeks.
If the side effects really are doing your head in, they will be out of your system fairly quickly, owing to the fact that you have only had a couple of doses.
Hope it works out for you,
Best Regards
Micky.