Jen from Edmonton asks: My methotrexate vial says “for intramuscular, intravenous, and intra-arterial use only”, but I am supposed to inject it subcutaneously. Should I be concerned?
Methotrexate use for rheumatic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, can be given as a tablet or injection. For those receiving methotrexate by injection, self-injection is done subcutaneously – under the skin. An intramuscular injection can also be done, although usually cannot be self-administered. Methotrexate should not be put directly in a vein or artery for rheumatic diseases. To learn more about how to do methotrexate self injections, visit our video here.
Posted: September 25, 2015
Tagged: methotrexate