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Acto Pred 4 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Ulcerative Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Acto Pred 4 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Acto Pred 4 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Acto Pred 4 Tablet include Agitation, Anxiety, Blurred vision. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acto Pred 4 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acto Pred 4 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Acto Pred 4 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Acto Pred 4 Tablet related warnings talks about Acto Pred 4 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Infections, Peptic Ulcer must refrain from the use of Acto Pred 4 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Acto Pred 4 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Acto Pred 4 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Acto Pred 4 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Acto Pred 4 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acto Pred 4 Tablet is used -
Common
Is the use of Acto Pred 4 Tablet 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.
Is the use of Acto Pred 4 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Acto Pred 4 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Acto Pred 4 Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Acto Pred 4 Tablet 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.
Acto Pred 4 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acto Pred 4 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acto Pred 4 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Acto Pred 4 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Acto Pred 4 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Acto Pred 4 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Acto Pred 4 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acto Pred 4 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Acto Pred 4 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acto Pred 4 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Acto Pred 4 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
