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Is Methotrexate vegetarian?

Methotrexate

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Methotrexate is a synthetic antifolate drug used as a chemotherapy agent and immune-system suppressant.

INCI name Methotrexate
CAS number 59-05-2
EC number 200-413-8
CosIng ID 28842
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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