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Methotrexate interferes with the growth of certain cells of the body, especially cells that reproduce quickly, such as cancer cells, bone marrow cells, and skin cells.

U N C O M M O N   side effects
  • back pain, blurred vision,
  • confusion, convulsions (seizures),
  • cough or hoarseness, dark urine,
  • dizziness, drowsiness,
  • fever or chills, pinpoint red spots on the skin,
  • shortness of breath, fatigue

Methotrexate

(Lung Cancer, Laryngeal Cancer)

Methotrexate can be administered intravenously or intramuscularly. It can also be received by intraventricular or intrathecal infusion
depending on the targeted form of cancer.

C O M M O N   side effects
  • joint or muscle pain, reddened eyes,
  • swollen gums, hair loss,
  • black, tarry stools,
  • blood in the urine or stools, bloody vomit,
  • diarrhea, joint pain,
  • reddening of the skin, sores in the mouth or lips