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Rheumatoid Arthritis : Methotrexate (Old Friends)

Writer's picture: Kevin Lowe M.D.Kevin Lowe M.D.

Methotrexate is the original cancer therapy that has survived the years. Today, it is no longer simply viewed as a cancer drug but as an essential medication for the treatment of a variety of rheumatologic conditions. Despite the introduction of a plethora of new drugs, methotrexate continues to be the go-to drug for rheumatoid arthritis for new patients. Being a member of the DMARD class of drugs, it has helped many rheumatoid arthritis patients avoid crippling deformity and permitted them to continue to function productively for years. But, even today, its mechanisms of action are not fully laid bare. Rheumatologic patients taking methotrexate or about to start taking methotrexate will learn the most important facts about this amazing drug by watching this video: https://youtu.be/oQEGKBl_hYE

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