Methylprednisolone Acetate - Methylprednisolone - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Methylprednisolone Acetate.
• Depo-Medrol, Solu-Medrol
• METH-ull-pred-NISS-oh-lone

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Methylprednisolone Acetate Miscellaneous Notes

• Persons taking this medication for long-term therapy should wear or carry identification stating that they are taking a corticosteroid.
• Do not allow anyone else to take this medication.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Before you take this drug, tell your doctor what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Usage Instructions

• Use this medication as prescribed.
• Follow the dosing schedule carefully.
• Be sure to ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
• If you have been using this medication for a long time, do not suddenly stop using it without your doctor's approval.
• Your dose may need to be gradually reduced.
• You may experience extreme fatigue, weakness, stomach upset or dizziness when the medication is suddenly stopped.
• If this medication is injected into a joint, be careful how much stress you put on that joint, even if it is feeling better.
• Ask your doctor how much you can move the joint while it is healing.

Methylprednisolone Acetate Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture, heat and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Read Before Using Methylprednisolone Acetate (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, particularly of.

Possible Side Effects

• May cause dizziness, nausea, indigestion, increased appetite, weight gain, weakness or sleep disturbances These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If they persist or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use if it is almost time for the next dose.
• Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Medicinal Applications

• Methylprednisolone has various effects on the body.
• It reduces swelling and inflammation.
• It is used in a variety of disorders such as skin diseases (psoriasis, hives), allergic conditions, asthma, respiratory conditions, cancer, blood disorders (anemia), digestive problems, eye disorders, and rheumatic disorders (arthritis, bursitis).