Generic name: methotrexate (injection) [ meth-oh-TREX-ate ]
Brand names: EmGyn Kit, Methotrexate Sodium, Preservative Free, Otrexup, Rasuvo
Drug classes:Antimetabolites, Antipsoriatics, Antirheumatics, Other immunosuppressants
What is EmGyn Kit?
EmGyn Kit is used to treat leukemia and certain types of cancer of the breast, skin, head and neck, or lung.
EmGyn Kit is also used to treat severe psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis in adults, and to treat active polyarticular-course juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in children.
EmGyn Kit is often used when other medicines have not been effective.
EmGyn Kit may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
EmGyn Kit should not be used during pregnancy to treat arthritis or psoriasis. This medicine is sometimes used to treat cancer during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Do not use EmGyn Kit to treat psoriasis or rheumatoid arthritis if you have low blood cell counts, a weak immune system, alcoholism or chronic liver disease, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
EmGyn Kit can cause serious or fatal side effects. Tell your doctor if you have diarrhea, mouth sores, cough, shortness of breath, upper stomach pain, dark urine,
