Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet is used -
Common
Is the use of Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Methylprednisolone may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Methylprednisolone again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Methylprednisolone may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Methylprednisolone, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Methylprednisolone.
What is the effect of Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Methylprednisolone can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Methylprednisolone. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Methylprednisolone only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Methylprednisolone. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Methylprednisolone 4 Mg Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
You can take Methylprednisolone for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, taking the extra dose or prolonging the duration of therapy on your own might cause detrimental adverse effects. It is, therefore, necessary to follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Yes, Methylprednisolone is a steroid belonging to a class of drug known as corticosteroids. It is a derivative of prednisolone.
Yes, Methylprednisolone 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.
No, Methylprednisolone is not addictive. It has not been reported to cause addiction among those who are taking this drug.
Yes, Methylprednisolone 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.
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