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Is longterm use of methotrexate relatively safe?
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See below: As long as you have regular lab monitoring and doctor assessment to detect any problems early, there should not be any major issues.
Answered 5/28/2013
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Yes: Mtx appears to be safe for long term use if side effects are mild. However, many patients have other treatments in addition to mtx which may affect levels and require monitoring for toxicity, .
Answered 8/31/2017
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