Methotrexate side effects

Sandgrownen

Hi all

Just my luck. Things were starting to improve and my joints were improving. I still can't get a grip.

However, the last 2 weeks I have had tummy gripes. This week though I started to pass blood. On top of the constant headaches and feeling yuk most of the time I think I will stop taking methotrexate. I will of course confirm this with the doctor and discuss my options going forward.

I would be interested if anyone else has had a similar experience. Thanks.

Stay safe

stickywicket

I don't recall anyone on here ever mentioning peeing blood as a side effect of methotrexate and I don't think it's listed as such. You might have an infection of some kind and I think you really should contact a health professional for advice. How are your regular blood tests? Are you taking any over-the-counter meds or supplements which could interact with your prescribed ones?

DorothyParker

I'm experiencing a similar dilemma. The methotrexate is working well, but the side effects are starting to get me down. I'm sure you're aware passing blood is a red flag symptom, but once they have hopefully ruled out a serious cause, there are other options I'm sure. Sorry not very helpful but just wanted to say I sympathise and hope they can adjust your dose or folic acid or whatever is needed to make it tolerable for you. Best wishes.

Sandgrownen

Hi stickywicket

Thanks for your comment.

I was pooing blood not peeing. And your right it's not on the list of side effects.

I will have to see what the doc has to say.

I had a similar experience last year with Sulfazalamine. Endoscope tests didn't find anything. Once I stopped taking it the symptoms stopped. Thanks.

stickywicket

I've just looked it up on the reliable https://www.drugs.com/sfx/methotrexate-side-effects.html

It says you should contact your doctor immediately.

Sandgrownen

Hi Stickywicket

Thanks for your reply/info.

I have spoken to my Rheumatology support team. They said to stop taking methotrexate. There is an alternative which I will find out about next week. This is good news because I need to keep making progress. I will see what they recommend.

I will check out the drugs.com website for my information. Thanks.