Methylprednisolone Injection Benefits & Uses

Methylprednisolone Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ulcerative Colitis (Read More - Healing Your Gut: Natural Remedies for Intestinal Inflammation)

Other Benefits

Methylprednisolone Injection 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: Anaphylactic Shock Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Anaphylactic Shock Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Anaphylactic Shock Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 120 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Anaphylactic Shock Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Methylprednisolone Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Methylprednisolone Injection is used -

Common

Agitation
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Blurred vision
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)

Methylprednisolone Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Methylprednisolone Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Methylprednisolone Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Methylprednisolone may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Methylprednisolone, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Methylprednisolone.

Moderate
What is the effect of Methylprednisolone Injection on the Kidneys?

Methylprednisolone 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Methylprednisolone Injection on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Methylprednisolone Injection on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Methylprednisolone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Methylprednisolone Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Adalimumab

Bupropion

Ciprofloxacin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Moderate

Captopril

Methylprednisolone Injection Contraindications

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

Tuberculosis (TB)
Dehydration
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Infections
Allergy
Peptic Ulcer
Electrolyte Imbalance
Heart Attack
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Methylprednisolone Injection

Is this Methylprednisolone Injection habit forming or addictive?

Methylprednisolone Injection 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 Methylprednisolone Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Methylprednisolone Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Methylprednisolone Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Methylprednisolone Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Methylprednisolone Injection

There is no information on the effects of taking Methylprednisolone Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Methylprednisolone Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Methylprednisolone Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this 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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