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Premisol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis. Premisol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Premisol 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.
Premisol also has some side effects, the most common being Agitation, Anxiety, Blurred vision. Some other side effects of Premisol have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Premisol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Premisol's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Premisol related warnings talks about Premisol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Premisol can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Premisol in conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Infections, Peptic Ulcer. Other contraindications of Premisol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Premisol may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Premisol is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Premisol 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 Premisol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Premisol. It is best to stop taking Premisol immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Premisol safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Premisol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Premisol on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Premisol. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Premisol on the Liver?
Premisol can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Premisol on the Heart?
Premisol 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.
Premisol 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 Premisol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Premisol habit forming or addictive?
Premisol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Premisol since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Premisol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Premisol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Premisol
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Premisol, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Premisol
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Premisol with alcohol will be.
Yes, Premisol can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Premisol can cause depression or mood change. Research suggests that Premisol lower the serotonin level in the body, and it is known that lowered serotonin levels cause depression and another psychiatric disease.
No, Premisol is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking this drug.
Yes, Premisol may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact mechanism of a headache caused by this drug is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after consuming this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take complete rest, even after this pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Premisol works by inhibiting certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins and leukotrienes) which causes allergy and inflammation. It also works by changing the body’s abnormal immune response which provides relief to the patient.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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