Definition
methotrexates
noun
- Plural of methotrexate; a drug used to treat cancer, autoimmune diseases, and certain inflammatory conditions by inhibiting cell growth.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term; commonly used in oncology and rheumatology
verb
- Third-person singular present tense of methotrexate; to treat with methotrexate.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term; less common usage than the noun form
Examples
- The oncologist prescribed methotrexates as part of the chemotherapy regimen.
- Several methotrexates are available in different formulations for various conditions.
- The patient's rheumatoid arthritis improved after starting methotrexates.
- Doctors carefully monitor patients who take methotrexates due to potential side effects.
- The pharmacy stocks multiple brands of methotrexates for different patient needs.
- Methotrexates work by interfering with cell division and growth.