Methylprednisolone tablet uses

Description and Brand Names Drug information provided by: US Brand Name • A-Methapred • Depo-Medrol • SoluMEDROL Descriptions Methylprednisolone injection provides relief for inflamed areas of the body. It is used to treat a number of different conditions, such as inflammation (swelling), severe allergies, adrenal problems, arthritis, asthma, blood or bone marrow problems, eye or vision problems, lupus, skin conditions, kidney problems, ulcerative colitis, and flare-ups of multiple sclerosis. Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). It works on the immune system to help relieve swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION NOTE: Some of the SOLU-MEDROL formulations contain benzyl alcohol (see Because of possible physical incompatibilities, SOLU-MEDROL should not be diluted or mixed with other solutions. Use only the accompanying diluent or Bacteriostatic Water For Injection with Benzyl Alcohol when reconstituting SOLU-MEDROL (see Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. This preparation may be administered by intravenous injection, by intravenous infusion, or by intramuscular injection, the preferred method for initial emergency use being intravenous injection. Following the initial emergency period, consideration should be given to employing a longer acting injectable preparation or an oral preparation. There are reports of cardiac arrhythmias and/or cardiac arrest following the rapid administration of large intravenous doses of SOLU-MEDROL ( greater than 0.5 gram administered over a period of less than 10 minutes). Bradycardia has been reported during or after the administration of large doses of methylprednisolone sodium succinate, and may be unrelated to the speed or duration of infusion. When high dose therapy is desired, the recommended dose of SOLU-MEDROL Sterile Powder is 30 mg/kg administered intravenously over at least 30 minutes. This dose may be repeated every 4 to 6 hours for 48 hours. In general, high dose corticosteroid therapy should...

• Immune system effects warning: • Prednisone may weaken your immune system. A weakened immune system makes you more likely to get infections. Avoid being near people who are sick or have recently been sick, especially with • Tell your doctor about any recent infections or if you develop any symptoms of an infection, such as • Live vaccines warning: Don’t receive live vaccines while taking prednisone in high doses. If you do, your immune system might not be able to handle the vaccine properly. This may lead to an infection. If you’re not sure if a vaccine is a live vaccine, ask your doctor. • Weak bones warning:Prednisone can cause bone loss and • Adrenal suppression warning: Prednisone can cause adrenal suppression (when your adrenal glands stop making certain hormones in your body). This can happen if you take this drug for a long time or if you suddenly stop taking this drug. Do not stop taking prednisone without talking to your doctor first. • Harm to fetus warning: Prednisone can cause harm to a fetus if taken during pregnancy. The risk is greater if you take the drug during the first trimester of pregnancy. If you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breastfeeding, talk with your doctor about benefits, risks, and possible treatment options. Prednisone is a prescription steroid drug. It comes as an immediate-release tablet, a delayed-release tablet, and a liquid solution. You take all of these forms by mouth. Prednisone delayed-release tablet is available as...

Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid medicine which prevents the release of a substance in the body which leads to inflammation. Methylprednisolone tablets are also used for treating various conditions like arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, allergic disorders, and gland disorders. Some of the serious conditions can also affect the skin, eyes, lungs, stomach, nervous system and blood cells. • Shortness of breath • Swelling • Bruising • Blurred vision • Eye pain • Depression • Unusual pain in arms and legs • Seizure • Low potassium If you have any of these serious symptoms immediately contact your doctor for further assistance. In any case, due to Methylprednisolone if you get any kind of reactions in your body try avoiding it. A doctor advised you to take the medicines by seeing your problems and the benefits of this medicine are greater than the side effects. Majority of the people who use this medicine don’t show any side effects. Get medical help immediately if you get any serious Methylprednisolone side effects. Precautions Before taking Methylprednisolone talk to the doctor if you are allergic to it or any other medications. The product may contain some of the inactive ingredients that can cause an allergic reaction or some other problems. Before taking the medication talk to the doctor if you are having any of the medical history such as: • Bleeding problems • Blood clots • Brittle bones • Diabetes • Eye diseases • Heart problems • High blood pressure...

Usual Adult Dose for: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Usual Pediatric Dose for: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Additional dosage information: • • • • • • Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis Acetate suspension: 80 to 120 mg IM Comment: • Symptom relief may occur within 6 hours and persist for several days to 3 weeks. Use: For symptom relief of allergic rhinitis (hay fever). Usual Adult Dose for Alopecia Dosing should be individualized based on disease and patient response SYSTEMIC Effect: Oral: Initial dose: 4 to 48 mg orally once a day or in divided doses • Adjust or maintain initial dose until a satisfactory response is obtained; then, gradually in small decrements at appropriate intervals decrease to the lowest dose that maintains an adequate clinical response Alternatively, Methylprednisolone Dosepak(R): Day 1: 24 mg orally (8 mg before breakfast; 4 mg after lunch; 4 mg after dinner; 8 mg at bedtime) Day 2: 20 mg orally (4 mg before breakfast; 4 mg after lunch; 4 mg after dinner; 8 mg at bedtime) Day 3: 16 mg orally (4 mg before breakfast; 4 mg after lunch; 4 mg after dinner; 4 mg at bedtime) Day 4: 12 mg orally (4 mg before breakfast; 4 mg after lunch; 4 mg at bedtime) Day 5: 8 mg orally (4 mg before breakfast; 4 mg at bedtime) Day 6: 4 mg orally (4 mg before breakfast) Parenteral: Acetate suspension: Initial dose: 40 to 120 mg IM once a week for 1 to 4 weeks • For relief of acute severe dermatitis due to poison ivy: 80 to 120 mg IM; relief ...

Description and Brand Names Drug information provided by: US Brand Name • Medrol • Medrol Dosepak • Methylpred-DP Descriptions Methylprednisolone provides relief for inflamed areas of the body. It is used to treat a number of different conditions, such as inflammation (swelling), severe allergies, adrenal problems, arthritis, asthma, blood or bone marrow problems, eye or vision problems, lupus, skin conditions, kidney problems, ulcerative colitis, and flare-ups of multiple sclerosis. Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). It works on the immune system to help relieve swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions.

Methylprednisolone Tablets Description Methylprednisolone Tablets, USP contain methylprednisolone which is a glucocorticoid. Glucocorticoids are adrenocortical steroids, both naturally occurring and synthetic, which are readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Methylprednisolone, USP occurs as a white to practically white, odorless, crystalline powder. It is sparingly soluble in ethanol, in dioxane, and in methanol, slightly soluble in acetone, and in chloroform, and very slightly soluble in ether. It is practically insoluble in water. The chemical name for methylprednisolone is pregna-1, 4-diene-3, 20-dione, 11, 17, 21-trihydroxy-6-methyl-, (6α,11β)-and the molecular weight is 374.5 g/mol. The structural formula is represented below: Each methylprednisolone tablet, USP for oral administration contains 4 mg, 8 mg, 16 mg or 32 mg of methylprednisolone, USP. Inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, calcium stearate, lactose monohydrate and pregelatinized starch. ACTIONS Naturally occurring glucocorticoids (hydrocortisone and cortisone), which also have salt-retaining properties, are used as replacement therapy in adrenocortical deficiency states. Their synthetic analogs are primarily used for their potent anti-inflammatory effects in disorders of many organ systems. Glucocorticoids cause profound and varied metabolic effects. In addition, they modify the body’s immune responses to diverse stimuli. Related/similar drugs Indications and Usage for Methylprednisolone Ta...

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