Methotrexate Side Effects - When is enough enough?

🚨 Are your methotrexate side effects worse than your disease? Methotrexate is a go-to treatment in rheumatology, but that doesn’t mean it works for everyone. In this video, we’re digging into the real-life experience of methotrexate: the good, the bad, and the fixable. You’ll learn how to recognize red flags, manage side effects, and ask the right questions at your next appointment. 👩🏻‍⚕️I’ve prescribed this med hundreds of times—and I’m telling you: you have more say in this than you think. 💡What you’ll learn: ➡️ What methotrexate side effects to watch out for—and how to know when they’ve gone too far. ➡️ How simple changes (like folic acid dose or switching from pill to injection) can make methotrexate more tolerable. ➡️ Why regular lab tests are crucial for staying safe while on methotrexate. ➡️ What to ask your doctor if methotrexate is causing nausea, fatigue, or brain fog. ➡️ How to decide if it’s time to stop methotrexate—and what other treatment options might be available. Watch the full video to learn more! 💻 https://connectedrheumatology.com/ Visit the Connected Rheumatology website and get your Appointment Home Run Handbook, the guide you need to tell your doc your story -and get answers once and for all! 🎥 Watch more: Scared of methotrexate? Stop hiding from it and learn how it may (or may not) be the right med for you - https://yt.openinapp.co/z7wqnma Hydroxychloroquine - everything you need to know about this common rheumatology medication - https://yt.openinapp.co/HCQFacts ⏱️Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 2:10 Stomach upset from methotrexate 3:44 Mouth ulcers from methotrexate 4:48 Methotrexate rashes 5:12 Nervous system side effects 6:32 Methotrexate’s effect on cell counts 7:26 Methotrexate liver inflammation 8:51 Methotrexate lung injury 9:20 Risk for infection 10:23 When to stop methotrexate 👩🏻‍⚕️ About me: Hello! I am Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz and I’m so happy you are here. I am a double board certified Rheumatologist with over 18 years experience practicing Rheumatology and am passionate about teaching & empowering patients to partner with their doctor. * The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional. Any comments and/or recommendations made in the comment section by anyone other than Connected Rheumatology does not reflect the opinion or recommendation of Connected Rheumatology.*