Methylprednisolone

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.


Methylprednisolone Uses

Methylprednisolone is used for treating conditions like arthritis, blood disorder, severe allergic reactions, cancers, eye conditions, skin diseases, lung diseases, and immune system disorders.


Methylprednisolone Side Effects

Some of the common side effects of Methylprednisolone are:

  • Fluid retention
  • Dizziness
  • Changes in menstrual period
  • Headache
  • Mild muscle pain
  • Weakness
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Bloating

Some of the serious side effects of Methylprednisolone are:

  • 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
  • Kidney disease
  • Liver disease
  • Mental or mood disorder conditions
  • Stomach or intestinal problems
  • Diverticulitis
  • Ulcer
  • Seizures

Methylprednisolone can cause stomach bleeding. Daily usage of alcohol while using medicine can increase the risk of stomach bleeding. So limiting alcoholic beverages will help in decreasing the risk of the medicines.


How to take Methylprednisolone?

Take methylprednisolone exactly as prescribed by your doctor Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any parts you don't understand. Take methylprednisolone exactly as directed.

Stopping the medication abruptly can cause loss of appetite, upset stomach, vomiting, drowsiness, confusion, headache, fever, joint and muscle pain, peeling skin, and weight loss. If you take large doses for a long time, your doctor will likely decrease your dose gradually to allow your body to adjust before stopping the medicine completely. Be on the lookout for these side effects if you are gradually decreasing your dose and after you stop taking the tablets. You may need to increase the dose of tablets temporarily or start taking them again.

Oral- dose range from 2 – 60 mg daily depending on various diseases.

Depo- Medrol doses are 10-80 mg injected into muscles in every 1-2 weeks.


Missed Dose

Missing one or two-dose of methylprednisolone won’t show any effect on your body. The skipped dose causes no problem. But with some medication, it won’t work if you don’t take the dosage on time. If you miss a dose some sudden chemical change may affect your body. In some cases, your doctor would advise you to take the prescribed medicine as soon as possible if you have missed the dose.


Overdose

Overdose of a drug can be accidental. If you have taken more than the prescribed methylprednisolone tablets there is a chance of getting a harmful effect on your body’s functions. Overdose of a medicine can lead to some medical emergency.


Important Information

Before taking methylprednisolone, tell to the doctor about all the medical conditions taht you are using. There are many other diseases that can be affected by steroid use and many other medications that can interact with steroids.

Steroid medicines can weaken your immune system, making it easier for you to get an infection or worsen an infection you already have or have recently had. Tell your doctor about any illnesses or infections you have had in the past few weeks.

Any doctor, dentist, or emergency medical professional who treats you should know that you take steroid medications.


Interactions

Methylprednisolone can increase chronic aspirin clearance in high doses. Aspirin should be used with caution together with corticosteroids in patients suffering from hypoprothrombinemia. There are reports of improved and decreased effects of anticoagulants when co-administered with corticosteroids. Therefore, coagulation rates must be controlled to maintain the desired anticoagulant effect.


Methylprednisolone Storage

Direct contact with heat, air and light may damage your medicines. The exposure of medicine may cause some harmful effects. The medicine must be kept in a safe place and out of children’s reach.

Mainly the drug should be kept at room temperature between 68ºF and 77ºF (20ºC and 25ºC).

Before taking Methylprednisolone consult your Doctor. In case if you face any problems or get any side effects after taking Methylprednisolone rush immediately to your nearby hospital or consult your doctor for better treatment. Carry your medications always in your bag while travelling to avoid any immediate emergencies. Follow your prescription and follow your Doctor advice whenever you take Methylprednisolone.


Methylprednisolone vs Dexamethasone

Methylprednisolone

Dexamethasone

Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid medicine which prevents the release of a substance in the body which leads to inflammation. Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid which is similar to hormone produced by the adrenal glands. The medication is often used for replacing chemical when the body does not make enough of it.
Methylprednisolone is used for treating conditions like arthritis, blood disorder, severe allergic reactions, cancers, eye conditions, skin diseases, lung diseases, and immune system disorders. Dexamethasone is used for treating conditions like arthritis, blood disorders, allergic reactions, skin diseases and eye problems.
Some of the serious side effects of Methylprednisolone are:
  • Shortness of breath
  • Swelling
  • Bruising
  • Blurred vision
  • Eye pain
  • Depression
  • Unusual pain in arms and legs
  • Seizure
  • Low potassium
Some of the serious side effects of dexamethasone are:
  • Skin rash
  • Swollen face
  • Vision problems
  • Muscle weakness

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the drug methylprednisolone used to treat?

Methylprednisolone is used for treating conditions like arthritis, blood disorder, severe allergic reactions, cancers, eye conditions, skin diseases, lung diseases, and immune system disorders.

How quickly does methylprednisolone work?

Methylprednisolone starts working within 1 hour of intake. Take the medication you see rapid result and talk with your doctor for more information on Methylprednisolone.

What are the side effects of Methylprednisolone?

Some of the serious side effects of Methylprednisolone are:

  • Shortness of breath
  • Swelling
  • Bruising
  • Blurred vision
  • Eye pain
  • Depression

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