The incidence of toxicity from pediatric single, acute ingestions of methotrexate is rare and when it occurs is generally limited to no or only minimally concerning effects. Because concentrations from single ingestions were consistent with low subtoxic exposures, we believe that home monitoring without hospital referral and without methotrexate specific therapy is reasonable in those with acute ingestions up to 20 mg.
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