Methora 15 Tablet 4.0 tablets in 1 strip

Last Updated: April 15th, 2026

Methora 15 Tablet is a product of Hetero Healthcare Limited

Composition: Methotrexate (15mg)

Pack of 4 tablet

₹ 180.00

Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

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All Details About Methora 15 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Methora 15 Tablet

Description:

Methora 15 Tablet is a medicine used for the treatment of cancer in various parts of the body. It is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, severe and uncontrolled psoriasis, and Crohn’s disease. It works by slowing the growth of abnormal cells and reducing immune system activity in autoimmune conditions.

Methora 15 Tablet may be used alone or in combination with other medicines. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking too much of it can cause 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.

The most common side effects of this medicine are ulcerative stomatitis, hair loss, low blood cell count, increased liver enzymes, nausea, and abdominal distress. 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.

Methora 15 Tablet may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver, or kidneys. Your doctor may perform several tests, such as blood tests, X-rays, and physical examinations, both before and during the treatment with this medicine to check for these problems.

Earlier taking it, tell your doctor if you have problems related to the stomach, liver, or kidneys, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect or be affected by this medicine, so let your doctor know about all your medications. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, as it may harm the baby. You should avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may increase your risk of liver damage.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Methora 15 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

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 Methora

Nausea
Abdominal pain
Ulcerative stomatitis
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Methora 15 Tablet

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Methora 15 Tablet 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

Methora 15 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Methora 15 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Methora 15 Tablet 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

CAUTION

Methora 15 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

Can Methora 15 Tablet cause mouth ulcers?

Affirmative, Methora 15 Tablet can cause a sore mouth and mouth ulcers as side effects in some cases. Taking folic acid along with Methora 15 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.

Why do I have to take folic acid with Methora 15 Tablet?

Folic acid is required to make new cells in the body, and Methora 15 Tablet decreases the folic acid levels in the body. Folic acid can help reduce some of the side effects of Methora 15 Tablet, 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 Methora 15 Tablet?

Regular blood tests will help your doctor to check your response to Methora 15 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.

Can Methora 15 Tablet use make me more prone to infections?

Methora 15 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 Methora 15 Tablet. If you have an active infection, Methora 15 Tablet should be used with extreme caution.

Can Methora 15 Tablet affect fertility?

Affirmative, Methora 15 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.

What to do if I am planning to become pregnant and my husband is taking Methora 15 Tablet?

You should avoid pregnancy if your husband is taking Methora 15 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.

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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