Review the side-effects of Methylprednisolone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Heart - Heart failure, high blood pressure and fluid retention.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle weakness, loss of muscle mass, joint inflammation, tendon rupture, vertebral compression and fractures.
Gastrointestinal - Peptic ulcer and abdominal distention.
Skin - Facial swelling increased sweating, redness and rash.
Central Nervous System - Stroke, convulsions, unsteadiness and headache.
Genitourinary - Suppression of growth in children and menstrual irregularities.
Metabolic - Increased blood sugar level.
Eye - Increased eye pressure.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Heart - Heart failure, high blood pressure and fluid retention.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle weakness, loss of muscle mass, joint inflammation, tendon rupture, vertebral compression and fractures.
Gastrointestinal - Peptic ulcer and abdominal distention.
Skin - Facial swelling increased sweating, redness and rash.
Central Nervous System - Stroke, convulsions, unsteadiness and headache.
Genitourinary - Suppression of growth in children and menstrual irregularities.
Metabolic - Increased blood sugar level.
Eye - Increased eye pressure.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Methylprednisolone
Methylprednisolone(Medrol) generic is a corticosteroid prescribed for severe allergies, arthritis, asthma, certain blood disorders and skin conditions. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.Trade Names for Methylprednisolone
India :
Acnex |
Avpred |
Avpred (8 mg) |
Cartipred (2 mg) |
Hysone |
Lumi M |
Predon M |
Prelonb |
Zempred |
Zencort-M (4mg)
International :
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