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.
Medrol, Medrol Dosepak, MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack, Medrol, Meprolone
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.Brand Names or Trade Names of Methylprednisolone
India :
Acnex |
Avpred |
Avpred (8 mg) |
Cartipred (2 mg) |
Hysone |
Lumi M |
Predon M |
Prelonb |
Zempred |
Zencort-M (4mg)
International :
Medrol, Medrol Dosepak, MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack, Medrol, Meprolone
