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can I take my flic acid on same day I give myself methotrexate injection?

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Payson, AZ

have RA, treatment is monthly orencia infusion along with weekly methotrexate injections

February 28, 2024
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Yes, you can take folic acid on the same day you administer your methotrexate injection. Your healthcare provider will instruct you on when to take folic acid, which could be a 5-mg dose once a week or a smaller dose once a day, depending on your specific treatment plan. It's important to follow your healthcare provider's Show Full Answer

Yes, you can take folic acid on the same day you administer your methotrexate injection. Your healthcare provider will instruct you on when to take folic acid, which could be a 5-mg dose once a week or a smaller dose once a day, depending on your specific treatment plan. It's important to follow your healthcare provider's instructions regarding the timing of your folic acid intake to help prevent the gastrointestinal side effects of methotrexate.

February 28, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Hello Dawnmarie2, my Dr stated you should not use folic acid same day you take your methotrexate shot. Take folic acid the next day after the shot.

February 28, 2024
A myRAteam Member

You need to double check with your Dr. You usually don't take them on the same day.

February 28, 2024

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