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Tested positive - anyone know where I can find guidelines re methotrexate dosing and positive test?

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Trying to find the guidelines re testing positive and taking methotrexate jab, anyone able to send any links across to me please? Thanks in advance 👍

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I haven’t any links but was told to stop by my rheumatologist until I tested negative.

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Jackie1947

Do not take/inject with an infection

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Gilliancheche

I had same couple of weeks ago. Had telephone appointment with rheumatologist same day by chance. She said stop until I feel better. Then start again either usual day, or first day that I am not having symptoms.

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Runrig01

The advice is to stop MTX till you test clear. Continue and you risk worsening the symptoms, it is not worth it. I was told you have to feel well & test negative to restart

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Haz58

I was told any infection stop methotrexate jabs until better. Tell your Rheumy nurse you have COVID too. If you are on 20mg plus of MTX I believe you can get antiviral medication to help ease symptoms.

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pippin_fort

I would contact your GP surgery as you May be eligible for monoclonal antibody treatment or antivirals. Your rheumatology team should be advising you on your medication,

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