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Treats inflammation, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems. May also be used to lessen some symptoms of cancer. This medicine is a steroid.
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Depo-Medrol, Depo Medrol, Solu-Medrol, A-Methapred, Solu Medrol |
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Methylprednisolone
Depo-Medrol, Depo Medrol, Solu-Medrol, A-Methapred, Solu Medrol
Uses
Treats inflammation, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems. May also be used to lessen some symptoms of cancer. This medicine is a steroid.
Storage
- Throw away used needles in a hard, closed container that the needles cannot poke through.
- Keep this container away from children and pets.
- After using a dose of this medicine, throw away any liquid medicine that is left over.
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- After you have mixed a dose of Solu-Medrol®, use it within 48 hours.
Keep all medicine away from children and
How
To Use - APPEARANCE: Injectable.
Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
- This medicine is given as a shot into a muscle, vein, or joint, or under the skin.
A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine.
- It may also be given by a home health caregiver.
- You may be taught how to give your medicine at home.
- Make sure you understand all instructions before giving yourself an injection.
- Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
Use a new needle and syringe each time you inject your medicine.
- never share your medicine with anyone.
Side
Effects - Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
Headache, eye pain, or trouble seeing
Irregular or slow heartbeat, chest pain, dizziness
Muscle weakness or cramps
Seizures
Stomach problems, stomach pain, bloody or black stools
Sudden pain, swelling, or loss of movement in the lower leg
Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet, rapid weight gain
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to methylprednisolone or if you have a fungal infection.
- Some strengths of Solu-Medrol® should not be used in premature babies.
Missed
Dose - This medicine will work best if you use it exactly as your doctor has ordered.
- If you do miss a dose, call your doctor or pharmacist for instructions.
Drug
Interactions - Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have high blood pressure, blood clotting problems, tuberculosis, Strongyloides (threadworm) infection, ulcers, thyroid problems, liver disease, mental or emotional problems, eye disease (especially herpes), stomach or digestive problems, osteoporosis, or myasthenia gravis or other nerve-muscle problems.
- If this medicine is being injected into a joint, make sure your doctor knows about any other problems you have had with that joint.
Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor.
- You may need to slowly decrease your dose before stopping it completely.
Avoid people who are sick or have infections, because you may get sick more easily.
- If you are exposed to chickenpox or measles, tell your doctor right away.
Tell your doctor if you have any events causing unusual stress or anxiety in your life.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse, call your doctor.
Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are using this medicine.
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CONDITIONS
OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute
for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information
is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions
or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular
drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional
should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or
discontinuing any course of treatment. |
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