Carditrex 25mg Injection 2.0 ml in 1 ampoule

Last Updated: March 26th, 2026

Carditrex 25mg Injection is a product of Zydus Healthcare Limited

Composition: Methotrexate (25mg)

Pack of 2 ml

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All Details About Carditrex 25mg Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Carditrex 25mg Injection

Description:

Carditrex 25mg Injection is a medicine used to treat rheumatoid arthritis where it helps prevent further joint damage. It is also used to treat severe forms of a skin disease called psoriasis, in the treatment of various cancers, and in the treatment of Crohn's disease.

Carditrex 25mg Injection is given under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. It may be used by itself or in combination with other medicines. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. You should avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase your risk of liver damage.

The most common side effects of this medicine include abdominal pain, indigestion, los of appetite, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, hair loss, and low blood platelets. Your doctor may advise you to take folic acid to reduce some of these. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is powerful medicine, and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. This medicine may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver, or kidneys. Your doctor will advise you on regular blood tests to check for these.

Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, have stomach, liver, or kidney problems, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. It may harm your baby. You and your partner should avoid becoming pregnant or fathering a child for several months after your treatment with it has stopped. Your doctor may perform several tests such as blood tests, X-rays, and physical examinations both before and during treatment with this medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Carditrex

Low blood platelets
Mouth sore
Abdominal pain
Indigestion
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Fatiguedness
Hair loss

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Carditrex 25mg Injection

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Carditrex 25mg Injection is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Carditrex 25mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Carditrex 25mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

CAUTION

Carditrex 25mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of kidney function test is advised while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

UNSAFE

Carditrex 25mg Injection is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
Employ of Carditrex 25mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

Can Carditrex 25mg Injection cause mouth ulcers?

Affirmative, Carditrex 25mg Injection can cause a sore mouth and mouth ulcers as side effects in some cases. Taking folic acid along with this medicine 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.

Why do I have to take folic acid with Carditrex 25mg Injection?

Folic acid is required to make new cells in the body and Carditrex 25mg Injection decreases the folic acid levels in the body. Folic acid can help reduce some of the common side effects of Carditrex 25mg Injection such as mouth ulcers, hair loss, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, fatigue, anemia and liver problems.

Why do I need to take regular blood tests while taking Carditrex 25mg Injection?

Regular blood tests will help your doctor to check your response to Carditrex 25mg Injection 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.

Can Carditrex 25mg Injection use make me more prone to infections?

Carditrex 25mg Injection may decrease the activity of your immune system. As a result, you may develop serious infections. There have been rare reports which suggest occurrence of serious lung infections with Carditrex 25mg Injection use. If you have an active infection, Carditrex 25mg Injection should be used with extreme caution.

Can Carditrex 25mg Injection affect fertility?

Affirmative, Carditrex 25mg Injection 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.

What to do if I am planning to become pregnant and my husband is taking Carditrex 25mg Injection?

You should avoid pregnancy if your husband is taking Carditrex 25mg Injection. 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.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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