Methylprednisolone

Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid that helps alleviate inflammation and it may be prescribed to help treat a variety of conditions, such as, certain types of arthritis, severe allergies, intestinal disorders, skin conditions, etc.

Medrol, Depo-Medrol

Methylprednisolone

Acto-Pred, Dispred-4, Nicort, Praschamp, Mep

10

Ferring, J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals, Alcon, Abbott, Piramal Healthcare, Zenlabs Ethica

Tablet

4 mg, 16 mg

India

Methylprednisolone

Uses

Methylprednisolone is used for the treatment of severe allergic reaction, allergic disorders, asthma, rheumatic disorder, skin disorders, eye disorders, inflammation and nephrotic syndrome.

How it Works

Methylprednisolone is known as a corticosteroid. Methylprednisolone has anti-inflammatory, metabolic, immune, and hormonal effects on the body. Methylprednisolone works to treat the conditions by affecting the body`s release of the substances that trigger inflammation. This release of the substances normally occurs due to an immune system response, however, Methylprednisolone works by stopping it, which leads to the treatment of of the conditions listed.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Methylprednisolone may suffer from such side effects;

Acne,
Bloated abdomen,
Appetite changes,
Muscular soreness,
Dryness of the scalp or thinner hair,
Electrolyte imbalance,
Headache,
Dizziness,
Redistribution/accumulation of body fat,
Bone degradation,
Facial swelling,
Increased risk of infection,
Insomnia,
Increased hair growth,
Vomiting,
Muscle disorders,
Black and bloody stools

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