Methotrexate side effect

Cara123

Hi everyone,

I took my first dose of methotrexate last night and today I have a bad stomach and feel like I have flu (a headache and just generally a feeling of being ill and extremely fatigued). I wondered what other people's experiences are - do these side effects lessen as the body gets used to the medication or is this likely to happen long term, every week?

Many thanks.

Naomi33

Morning @Cara123

Sorry to hear you feeling unwell after your first dose of MTX.

I started injections 12 weeks ago and tbh have been fine until the last few weeks when felt like I have hayfever/cold/flu symptoms which I put down to the crazy weather we are having.

I am taking hayfever tablets which are helping but will discuss with my consultant on next visit.

I would suggest as your first one that you contact your doctor/consultant with your concerns as everyone different and better to be safe than sorry.

Best wishes @Naomi33