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Injectable metx

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Montrose, CO

I am thinking on going to injectable metx .has any one here doing this ?Do you find it better the oral mtex?.I am having some stomachs issues now and dr recommend going on injectable metx .Found out my ins will cover it .I don't k ow why but I am having qualms about it .I would appreciate if any one is on this ,if they could tell me how they are doing .
Thanks .

October 3, 2018
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Members strongly encouraged someone considering switching from oral to injectable methotrexate for stomach issues, with the overwhelming... Read more

Members strongly encouraged someone considering switching from oral to injectable methotrexate for stomach issues, with the overwhelming consensus being that injections work better and cause far fewer digestive side effects. Several members shared practical injection tips, including injecting into the thigh or stomach with a slow, gentle motion rather than jabbing, rotating sites for comfort, and using anti-nausea medications like Zofran if needed. A recurring theme was initial nervousness about self-injecting quickly giving way to relief and confidence as members experienced less nausea, fewer stomach problems, and better overall symptom control.

A myRAteam Member

Injection are better for sure

October 15, 2018
A myRAteam Member

Well I told dr I would try the injections for a month and see how it goes .Pick it up to day .Will keep you all informed .Thank you for a the nice replies.

October 4, 2018
A myRAteam Member

I am using the injections, would never go back to tablets. One injection a week, no more having a row of tablets to take. Apparently injections are more efficient because they are straight away in the system instead of waiting for the body to sort out what to do with them. Luckily never had any side effects with tablet or injections. Hope they work for you

October 7, 2018
A myRAteam Member

Thank you

October 3, 2018
A myRAteam Member

I switched to injecting metx. because of stomach problems and my stomach is doing better. I think it's worth a try. It felt strange to be injecting myself at first but now it's easy. Best of luck!

October 3, 2018

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