Hitrex 50mg Injection belongs to the class of medicines called 'anti-metabolites and immunosuppressants' used to treat active rheumatoid arthritis, including polyarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and severe psoriasis.

Hitrex 50mg Injection is also used to treat cancer, such as breast cancer, cervical cancer, bladder cancer, ovarian cancer, testicular cancer, lung cancer, head and neck cancer, mycosis fungoides (a type of blood cancer), bone cancer, and advanced-stage non-Hodgkin's lymphomas (cancer that starts in the lymphatic system).

Hitrex 50mg Injection contains 'Methotrexate' that works by interrupting the processes of the immune system that cause inflammation in the joint tissues. It reduces pain and inflammation and delays joint damage and disease progression over time.

Hitrex 50mg Injection prevents and stops the growth of cancer cells, thereby helping treat cancer. Hitrex 50mg Injection treats psoriasis by suppressing the overactive immune system that is responsible for causing psoriasis.

In some cases, Hitrex 50mg Injection may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, unusual fatigue, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, lowered resistance to infections, and tingling sensation. Talk to your doctor if you experience any of the side effects persistently.

Do not take Hitrex 50mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor about your medications and health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects.

Hitrex 50mg Injection is used to treat autoimmune diseases and certain types of cancer. The detailed uses of Hitrex 50mg Injection are as follows:

• Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis: Hitrex 50mg Injection helps reduce joint pain, swelling, and stiffness by suppressing the overactive immune system that causes joint inflammation.
• Management of psoriasis: Hitrex 50mg Injection slows down the rapid growth of skin cells and reduces skin inflammation, helping to control severe psoriasis.
• Treatment of cancer: Hitrex 50mg Injection is used as a chemotherapy agent in certain cancers like leukaemia, lymphoma, and breast cancer by interfering with the growth of cancer cells.

• Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
• Hitrex 50mg Injection will be administered by the doctor.
• Do not self-administer.

• Hitrex 50mg Injection is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. It reduces inflammation and pain in joints. It slows or prevents joint damage and disease progression.
• It helps treat psoriasis by suppressing the overactive immune response that causes skin cell overgrowth. It reduces scaling, redness, and thickness of psoriatic plaques.
• Hitrex 50mg Injection is used in the management of breast cancer, lung cancer, head and neck cancer, mycosis fungoides (a type of blood cancer), and advanced-stage non-Hodgkin lymphomas.
• It works by interfering with DNA synthesis, thereby stopping or slowing the growth of cancer cells.
• It helps manage inflammation in the digestive tract.
• Provides disease control by modulating the immune system.
• Offers long-term relief from autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.
• Improves treatment outcomes in certain cancers by preventing abnormal cell growth.

• Do not take Hitrex 50mg Injection if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Inform your doctor if you have immunodeficiency conditions, bone marrow problems, low white blood cell count, low platelet count, serious anaemia, liver problems due to alcohol abuse, liver, lung or kidney problems.
• Let your doctor know if you have ulceration in the stomach or bowels, poor general condition, received any vaccinations or if you are due to have any, diabetes, ascites (fluid in the stomach area), lung problems or fluid in the lungs.
• Hitrex 50mg Injection may cause a serious, life-threatening reaction. If you experience symptoms such as rash, itching, hives, throat tightness, trouble swallowing, swelling of the face, throat, lips, or tongue, runny or stuffy nose, lightheadedness or dizziness, chest pain, difficulty breathing, wheezing, or feeling faint, consult your doctor immediately.
• Inform your doctor if you are undergoing radiation therapy; if you receive Hitrex 50mg Injection while you are being treated with radiation therapy for cancer, it may cause damage to the skin, bones, or other parts of the body.
• Keep your doctor informed if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements and herbal products.