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Methpred is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. The alternative uses of Methpred have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Methpred. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Methpred are Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Methpred can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Methpred go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Methpred has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Methpred related warnings talks about Methpred's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Methpred since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Methpred have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Methpred may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Methpred is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Methpred 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Methpred is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Methpred safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Methpred safely.
Is the use of Methpred safe during breastfeeding?
Methpred is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Methpred on the Kidneys?
Methpred can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Methpred on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Methpred. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Methpred on the Heart?
Methpred may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Methpred 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 Methpred unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Methpred habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Methpred has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Methpred since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Methpred should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Methpred is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Methpred
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Methpred together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Methpred
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Methpred with alcohol will be.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Orapred ODT® (prednisolone sodium phosphate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 872
