NicShaf
05-10-2016, 08:29 AM
Hi everyone!
So, I apologize if this is a repeat question. I searched and didn't see any threads directly asking this question, so I am posting a new one.
Rheumy decided that I should start a maintenance dose of methotrexate; my blood tests have been all over the place since my pregnancy. I have been trying to lose my baby weight and get healthier, and I'm concerned that going back on MTX will cause a weight gain again. I couldn't find anything definitive online, and last time I took MTX was half with Pred, and half right after stopping Pred. So, I don't know if I lost or gained weight back then. (We all know how hard that Pred weight is to get off.)
Just curious if this is a for sure side effect. And what your experiences are with MTX after being drug free for a while.
Hope you're all doing well.
So, I apologize if this is a repeat question. I searched and didn't see any threads directly asking this question, so I am posting a new one.
Rheumy decided that I should start a maintenance dose of methotrexate; my blood tests have been all over the place since my pregnancy. I have been trying to lose my baby weight and get healthier, and I'm concerned that going back on MTX will cause a weight gain again. I couldn't find anything definitive online, and last time I took MTX was half with Pred, and half right after stopping Pred. So, I don't know if I lost or gained weight back then. (We all know how hard that Pred weight is to get off.)
Just curious if this is a for sure side effect. And what your experiences are with MTX after being drug free for a while.
Hope you're all doing well.