Medrol
Medrol is formulated to address inflammation to alleviate arthritic symptoms, utilized to suppress immune-mediated conditions and to support body-wide inflammatory control.
Strengths: 4 · 8 · 16mg
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Medicine details
- Alternative names
Depo-Medrone
- Therapeutic class
Corticosteroid
- Pharmacological class
Glucocorticoid
- Contraindications
systemic fungal infections; hypersensitivity
- Precautions and warnings
monitor bone health in long-term use; carry steroid card; do not stop abruptly
- Minor side effects
insomnia; nausea; stomach irritation
- Moderate side effects
oedema; hypertension; muscle weakness
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Pfizer
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
1–2 days
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
antidiabetic drugs; aspirin; diuretics
- Age restrictions
Adults.
Serious side effects
psychosis — requires immediate medical attention; osteoporosis — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Medrol is formulated to address inflammation to alleviate arthritic symptoms, utilized to suppress immune-mediated conditions and to support body-wide inflammatory control.
Mechanism of action
Medrol is a synthetic glucocorticoid that crosses cell membranes to bind with receptors, suppressing inflammatory processes, reducing immune cell activity, and modifying the body's response to allergic stimuli.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if necessary. Breastfeeding: Consult with a medical specialist.
Medrol
Medrol is formulated to address inflammation to alleviate arthritic symptoms, utilized to suppress immune-mediated conditions and to support body-wide inflammatory control.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Methylprednisolone
- Listed indication(s): Rheumatoid Arthritis, Allergic States, Dermatologic Diseases
Usually available as
- 180 tablets - 4 mg709-4-mg-11806
- 90 tablets - 8 mg709-8-mg-12225
- 90 tablets - 16 mg709-16-mg-11798