Methotrexate


HOW DOES IT WORK?

Methotrexate belongs to a group of medicines called Immunosuppressants. The immune system is important for fighting infections, but sometimes cells in the immune system attack the body’s own tissues and trigger chronic inflammation like that found in IBD. Methotrexate reduces inflammation in the bowel by dampening down the activity of the immune system. However, this can mean you are more susceptible to infections.


HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO WORK?

Methotrexate does not work immediately. It can take up to 3 months before your symptoms improve. Although you may not feel the benefit for some time, it does not mean that the methotrexate is not working. You will be given regular blood tests during this time.


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