Methoject

Bron123

Hello

So I've been taking oral methotrexate for years not a problem but then my RA got worse so I went on to the injections but I was wondering if there is anyone else out there that have had adverse effect . As the day after my methoject my joint pain is 100percent Worse!,and now iv developed itchy hands? Anyone else whereby the injection was making you worse

HelenS

Hi @Bron123

Welcome to the online community. I'm sorry to hear that you've been experiencing a recent flare with your RA, which meant a change to your methotrexate treatments. A lot of people do experience itchy skin as a side effect when taking methotrexate, but if this continues please do seek help from your GP or rheumatologist.

I've included some links below on methotrexate which hopefully you will find useful.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/treatments/drugs/methotrexate/

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/your-experiences/your-questions-answered/your-questions-on-methotrexate/?_ga=2.33274685.2093830976.1656322897-19683587.1604937908

Its good to see you posting here, this is a good place to be, and you're not alone.

Lovely to meet you!

Helen