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What is the mechanism of action of Methotrexate?
What is the mechanism of action of Methotrexate?
Which of the following is NOT an indication for Methotrexate?
Which of the following is NOT an indication for Methotrexate?
Methotrexate is used to treat which of the following autoimmune diseases?
Methotrexate is used to treat which of the following autoimmune diseases?
What class of drugs does Methotrexate belong to?
What class of drugs does Methotrexate belong to?
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Which statement about Methotrexate is correct?
Which statement about Methotrexate is correct?
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Study Notes
Antimetabolite Drug Class: Folic Acid Antagonist
- Methotrexate is a folic acid antagonist.
- Mechanism of action (MOA) involves blocking folate acid, inhibiting DNA synthesis.
- Indications include cancer treatment and the management of autoimmune diseases like psoriasis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), and rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
- Also used in the induction of abortion.
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This quiz explores the role of methotrexate as a folic acid antagonist. Learn about its mechanism of action, indications in cancer treatment, and use in autoimmune diseases. Discover its additional applications, including abortion induction.