Risk Factors Associated with Methotrexate Intolerance in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients.

Haya M Almalaq Hanan H Abouzaid Lamya S AlnaimJawza AlbaqamiRawan Al ShalhoubIbrahim AlmaghlouthMaha DessougiAmal Al Harthi Mohammed K BedaiwiEman AlfiMohammed A Omair

Published in: Open access rheumatology : research and reviews (2020)

Patient characteristics, rather than disease activity, significantly impact MTX intolerance. Behavioral component is the main driver of intolerance. Intolerant patients have higher patient-reported outcomes. Qualitative studies are needed to explore causes and potential solutions to MTX intolerance.

Keyphrases

rheumatoid arthritis patients
disease activity
patient reported outcomes
rheumatoid arthritis
systemic lupus erythematosus
ankylosing spondylitis
end stage renal disease
juvenile idiopathic arthritis
chronic kidney disease
prognostic factors
case report
high dose
peritoneal dialysis
risk assessment
human health