Melpred 4 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis. Other than this, Melpred 4 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Melpred 4 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Melpred 4 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Agitation, Anxiety, Blurred vision. Some other side effects of Melpred 4 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Melpred 4 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Melpred 4 Tablet is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Melpred 4 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Melpred 4 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Tuberculosis (TB), Infections, Peptic Ulcer are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Melpred 4 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Melpred 4 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Melpred 4 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Melpred 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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Is the use of Melpred 4 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Melpred can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Melpred right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Melpred 4 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Melpred can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Melpred 4 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Melpred 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 Melpred 4 Tablet on the Liver?
Melpred may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Melpred 4 Tablet on the Heart?
Melpred 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Melpred 4 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Melpred 4 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Melpred 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 Melpred 4 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Melpred 4 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Melpred 4 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Melpred 4 Tablet
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Melpred 4 Tablet together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Melpred 4 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Melpred 4 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Melpred may cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
You can take Melpred for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, taking the extra dose or prolonging the duration of therapy on your own might cause detrimental adverse effects. It is, therefore, necessary to follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Melpred is a brand name for methylprednisolone. It belongs to a class of drug known as corticosteroids. It is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, and injection. Melpred has anti-inflammatory and immunomodulating properties. It is used for the management of inflammation and diseases of the skin, eye, intestine, blood, and thyroid. It is also used for treating severe allergies and asthma.
The tablet/capsule form of Melpred should be taken orally. Based on your condition, your doctor will decide your dosing schedule. Melpred is also available as an injection which should be taken under the supervision of a doctor. Melpred should be taken with food or milk to avoid gastrointestinal disturbance.
Yes, Melpred is a steroid belonging to a class of drug known as corticosteroids. It is a derivative of prednisolone.
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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