Your doctor may prescribe Rheumate for nutritional support if you use the drug methotrexate. Methotrexate is a medication that treats various conditions, including conditions where the immune system is overactive. It works byblocking folic acid, which is required for cell replication. Methotrexate is very effective, but blocking folic acid also negatively affects healthy cells. Therefore, it is critical to replenish folate (vitamin B9) when taking methotrexate. Rheumate is a medical food and not a prescription drug. It requires the supervision of a trained medical professional for usage and cannot be purchased over-the-counter.
