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Zencort-M (4mg) (Methylprednisolone) Drug Price and Information

Methylprednisolone (Zencort-M (4mg)) 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.
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Zencort-M - Zenon Healthcare Ltd

Zencort-M (4mg)  Tablet  


Generic : Methylprednisolone
 34.50
4mg
10 Tablets
Price Updated on August 8, 2019
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Substitute/Alternative Medication to Zencort-M (4mg)
Predon M

Drug information on Zencort-M (4mg) from Zenon Healthcare Ltd

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When is Zencort-M (4mg) prescribed?

It is prescribed for -

What should be the dose and frequency?

PO- The recommended dose range is 4 to 32mg/day.
IV- 1gm every 6 – 8 weeks.

What are the common side effects of Zencort-M (4mg)

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.

How to use Zencort-M (4mg)?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.
It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

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In which conditions should Zencort-M (4mg) be avoided?

Hypersensitivity.

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What are the Precautions needed with Zencort-M (4mg)

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart problems, heart attack, high blood pressure, kidney, liver disease, diabetes, seizures, under active thyroid, adrenal gland problems, mental problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, infections, stomach problems, muscle weakness, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Avoid contact with people who have infections.

It may cause serious increase in blood pressure, salt and water retention, calcium deficiency, take proper diet.

It may affect blood sugar level; monitor sugar level regularly while taking this medication.

Are there any additional Precautions?

Avoid excess dosage.

At What Temperature Should it be Stored?

Store it at controlled room temperature (20° to 25°C).



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