Otrexup injection and Parathyroid hormone

• Generic Name: methotrexate
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Methotrexate Sodium, Preservative Free, Otrexup, Rasuvo, Rheumatrex Dose Pack, Trexall, Xatmep

Otrexup interferes with the growth of certain cells of the body, especially cells that reproduce quickly, such as cancer cells, bone marrow cells, and skin cells.

Otrexup is used to treat leukemia and certain types of cancer of the breast, skin, head and neck, or lung. This medicine is also used to treat severe psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Otrexup is usually given after other treatments have failed.

Otrexup may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: parathyroid hormone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Natpara

Parathyroid hormone is used together with calcium and vitamin D to treat hypocalcemia (low levels of calcium in the blood) in people who also have low levels of parathyroid hormone.

Parathyroid hormone is usually given after calcium and vitamin D alone have been tried without success.

Parathyroid hormone is available only under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of parathyroid hormone.

Parathyroid hormone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.