Rheumatoid Arthritis and alcohol.

Posted by yatrik @yatrik, Sep 3 7:31pm

I just started 10 mg of Methotrexate once a week with 2000 mcg everyday. I am 77 years old and like to have glass of wine (red) few times a week. Any one has personal experience with use of alcohol and the MTX in these quantities?
Thank you

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kensiejames | @kensiejames | Sep 4 6:02am

Hey there!
I have read that alcohol significantly increases the risk for liver damage while taking methotrexate. So as a rule alcohol should be avoided.
Generally speaking, guidelines say to limit yourself to two 4-6 oz glasses per week .
All the best 🙏🏻
https://www.hopkinsarthritis.org/ask-the-expert/drinking-alcholic-drinks-while-taking-methotrexate/