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Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis, Rheumatoid Arthritis. Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection include Agitation, Anxiety, Blurred vision. Some other side effects of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection in conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Infections, Peptic Ulcer. The section on Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Mepsonate. It is best to stop taking Mepsonate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Mepsonate can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Mepsonate may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Mepsonate. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Mepsonate only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Mepsonate. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mepsonate 40 Mg Injection with alcohol will be.
Yes, Mepsonate can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Mepsonate is a steroid belonging to a class of drug known as corticosteroids. It is a derivative of prednisolone.
No, you should not discontinue Mepsonate on your own as that might result in disease relapse and some side effects. You must completely comply with the dosing schedule, never miss a dose, never take an extra dose and never stop taking Mepsonate without talking to the doctor. It is, therefore, important that you follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, Mepsonate may cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
Yes, Mepsonate may cause a headache. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact mechanism of a headache caused by this drug is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after consuming this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take complete rest, even after this pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Medrol® methylprednisolone
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 288-289