A member asked:

My friend is on methotrexate for psoriasis (25mg/week). she had unprotected sex once. she fears she is pregnant. is it even possible with such dose?

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Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Possible : It would be possible, but would most probably result in a chemical pregnancy. Follow-up with your doctor soon of home pregnancy tests show positive in the next 6 weeks.

Answered 5/7/2013

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Yes: Methotrexate at that dose is more likely to damage the fetus than to prevent or end pregnancy.

Answered 6/28/2014

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