Acto Pred

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Acto Pred Information

Acto Pred is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Injection. Ulcerative Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Acto Pred also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Acto Pred depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Acto Pred include Agitation, Anxiety, Blurred vision. Some other side effects of Acto Pred have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Acto Pred go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acto Pred is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Acto Pred's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Acto Pred can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acto Pred in conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Infections, Peptic Ulcer. Other contraindications of Acto Pred have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Acto Pred have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acto Pred is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.


Acto Pred Benefits & Uses

Acto Pred is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Acto Pred Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 4 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Acto Pred Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acto Pred is used -

Common

Acto Pred Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Acto Pred safe for pregnant women?


    Acto Pred may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Acto Pred again without your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Acto Pred safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Acto Pred. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Acto Pred on the Kidneys?


    Acto Pred may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Acto Pred on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Acto Pred. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Acto Pred only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Acto Pred on the Heart?


    Acto Pred can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate

Severe Interaction of Acto Pred with Other Drugs

Acto Pred should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Acto Pred Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acto Pred unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Acto Pred

  • Is this Acto Pred habit forming or addictive?


    Acto Pred does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Acto Pred since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Acto Pred only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Acto Pred is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Acto Pred Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Acto Pred


    Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Acto Pred, due to a lack of research on this.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Acto Pred


    Information about the interaction of Acto Pred and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Medrol® methylprednisolone

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 288-289

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