A member asked:

I take methotrexate weekly for ctd. i am on levaquin (levofloxacin) for sinus infection. is it best to skip my weekly methotrexate injection or not? having no fevers

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Yes: It is prudent to hold the Methotrexate when being treated for infection. However, given the rate of metabolism of methotrexate, it probably makes little difference whether it is held or not.

Answered 3/22/2020

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Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - rheumatology

Probably not: I usually have patients stop biologic medications (enbrel, etc) if they are on antibiotics. I usually do not have patients stop Methotrexate in this situation, but asking your rheumatologist for their advice would be a good idea.

Answered 6/24/2015

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