Double-Check Dose and Frequency of Methotrexate During Med Histories

April 2018

You'll see more focus on preventing methotrexate errors.

More methotrexate options are available...which means additional opportunities for mix-ups.

Don't be surprised to see patients taking weekly SUBCUTANEOUS methotrexate. Evidence suggests it may have fewer GI side effects than oral...and be more effective because it's better absorbed.

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