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Methotrexate for Psoriasis

Dr Bindu Dewan
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital,
Delhi

Q: What is the success rate of Methotrexate for treatment of Psoriasis? How safe the drug is?

A:Methotrexate is a very useful drug for patients not responding to topical treatment or where the disease is widespread. It is a relatively safe drug but must be taken under medical supervision because it can have bad effects on the liver or kidneys.