Medrol 4mg

MEDROL 4MG

Medrol 4mg tablet helps treat a range of health conditions like asthma, severe allergic conditions, skin & eye disorders rheumatic disorder, and systemic lupus erythematosus.  It offers relief by blocking the release of certain substances that give rise to inflammation.

Take this tablet with meals to avoid upset stomach issues. The dose & duration depends on the condition you are receiving treatment for. Take the tablet as per the prescription. Do not take an extra dose or take it for a longer duration than prescribed.

You may feel well in between the treatment duration, but, continue taking it to complete the treatment course. Stopping the use of the tablet in between can make your condition worse.

While using this tablet, your immunity to fight infection may get affected. So, do not go near people who are infected with chickenpox, measles, or flu.

WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS TREATED BY MEDROL 4MG?

• Eye disorders
• Rheumatic disorder
• Skin disorders
• Allergic conditions
• Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)

HOW DOES THIS TABLET BENEFIT IN TREATING VARIOUS CONDITIONS?

Rheumatic disorder

It is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system of your body starts attacking the body’s cells itself. Medrol 4mg tablet prevents this from happening and offers relief in symptoms related to this condition like swelling pain and joint stiffness.

It can also reduce joint damage, and disability and help you to stay active for a longer time. It may take many weeks/months to see the results of this tablet. So, continue taking this tablet unless your doctor says you can stop taking it.

SLE – Systemic lupus erythematosus

It is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system attacks healthy tissue of the body itself.  It can hamper joints, skin, brain, kidneys, and other organs. This tablet blocks the release of certain substances in your body that results in inflammation.

It reduces the response of your immune system and reduces related symptoms like itching, swelling pain, and other allergic reactions.

Allergic conditions

Medrol 4mg Tablet is used to treat different inflammatory and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, and ulcerative colitis which affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It reduces the immune system’s response to these symptoms and treats symptoms like itching, pain, swelling, and other allergic reactions.

This tablet is for oral consumption. Take it according to the doctor’s prescription. Do not discontinue taking this tablet without asking the medical expert. It can result in unexpected withdrawal symptoms. As this tablet makes your system weak, avoid going near people who are unwell or have infections.

Eye disorders

This tablet offers relief from symptoms related to eye infections like watery, itchy, redness, and swollen eyes. This tablet lowers the production of some chemicals causing infection of the eyes. It will help you perform daily tasks without any worries.

To get maximum benefits, use this tablet as prescribed.  If you do not see improvement even after using this tablet for a week, talk to your medical expert.

Skin disorders

Medrol 4mg prevents the production of some substances that result in infection. It is used to treat various inflammatory &allergic skin conditions like psoriasis, and eczema.

The tablet lowers the response of an immune system to such conditions by providing relief in symptoms like itching, pain, swelling, and several allergic reactions.

Side effects

• Thinning of skin
• Depletion of bone density
• Higher risk of infection
• Mood changes
• Weight gain
• Behavioral changes
• Upset stomach

How to use this tablet?

This tablet should be taken as told by the medical expert for the prescribed duration. Swallow the tablet without crushing, chewing, or breaking it. Take it with meals.

How does this tablet work?

Medrol 4mgtablet is an effective steroid that blocks the generation of some messengers in the body that give rise to infection & allergies.

Things to be discussed with the doctor before you start using this tablet.

Tell your medical expert if you have the following

• Osteoporosis
• High blood pressure
• Mood disorders
• Liver disease
• Diabetes(blood sugar levels can boost with this medicine)
• Other medications you are taking.

If you are taking other medications, inform your medical expert as the other drugs can intervene with this tablet or vice versa. Pregnant, nursing, or breastfeeding ladies should also inform their medical experts.

Drug Interactions

This tablet may interact with medicines

• For Tuberculosis
• Antiepilepsy drugs
• Blood thinners
• Anticholinergics
• For myasthenia gravis
• Antidiabetic medicines
• Sex hormones
• HIV medications
• NSAIDs
• For lung diseases
• Diuretics
• Antibiotics for fungal infections
• Asthma

Drug- Disease Interactions

You should use this tablet with extra caution if you have the following disease

• Underactive thyroid gland
• Had/have recent vaccination
• Stomach ulcer
• Infections
• Ulcerative colitis
• Tuberculosis
• Kidney failure
• Prematurity problems
• Hyperadrenocorticism
• High levels of fats in your blood
• Liver disease
• Heart disease

Caution for Medrol 4mg

Alcohol

No information is available so do not drink alcohol as a preventive measure while taking this tablet.

Pregnancy

Take this tablet only if prescribed by the doctor during pregnancy. This tablet is not advisable for pregnant women or planning pregnancy/suspecting pregnancy unless necessary. The medical doctor will assess the benefits & risks before prescribing you this tablet.

Breast Feeding

This tablet is believed to be safe for breastfeeding women. If you are a nursing mother, tell your medical expert before starting with this medicine. The doctor will find out the possible risks and benefits before recommending them to you.

Driving

This tablet has no or very less effect on driving ability or using machinery. In very few cases, this tablet can cause vision problems like blurred vision. If you notice these symptoms, it is better not to drive or use machinery until the vision problems fade away.

Liver patients

If you have a history of liver conditions/diseases, tell your doctor if he prescribes you this tablet. The doctor will check for the risks & benefits before suggesting this tablet.

Kidney patients

Before starting with this tablet, inform your medical expert if you have kidney disease or had it in the past. The doctor will figure out if the tablet is beneficial for you

Children

This tablet is not advisable for children as it can affect their growth. So, take it only if the doctor prescribes it. For dose adjustments, the child specialist can help you.

FAQs

Q-How long it will take to see the results after taking this tablet?

This tablet treats inflammation & pain effectively. Well, the results vary from one person to another based on the condition you are treated with and the body’s weight.

The doctor will recommend this tablet in a dose that caters to your requirement. So, do not change the dose or take a higher dose believing that it will offer faster results. Instead, you may face unwanted side effects if you change the dose.

You need to be patient and do as take the tablet as told by the medical expert. If you do not find any improvement in your condition even after taking it for the entire treatment course, consult your medical expert.

Can I get vaccinated while I am on Medrol 4mg tablet?

This tablet reduces the efficacy of certain vaccines. Hence, ask your medical expert before you are planning to take the vaccination.

What is the correct dosage of this medicine for bronchitis?

Talk to a medical expert regarding the dosage of this medicine for bronchitis. Take this tablet only after consulting your medical expert.

Can I take this tablet for COVID-19?

No. Do not take this tablet without consulting your doctor. If you are COVID positive, the doctor will prescribe you the appropriate medicine for your health condition after evaluating your condition, age, the severity of the infection, and other health ailments.

What if I use this tablet for the long term? Will it lead to side effects?

Yes. If you take this tablet for several months/years it can bring negative effects for you like thinning of bones, fluctuation in diabetes, eyesight problems, and reduced growth in teenagers.

Will this tablet make me feel high?

Yes. This tablet can make you feel high. These symptoms will vanish once you stop the treatment. If you are bothered about the symptoms, speak to your medical expert.

Is this tablet safe for diabetic patients?

This tablet can change the blood glucose levels in your body. Hence, inform your medical expert if you are a diabetic patient before you start with this tablet.

Will this medicine change the way birth control pill work?

This tablet can lower the efficacy of birth control pills. Hence, try not to take birth control pills with this tablet. Speak to your physician for further advice. 

Can I take this medicine daily?

The medical expert will assess your health condition and recommend whether taking this tablet daily is required or not. Never use this tablet without asking the doctor. Also, do not alter the dosage. The medical expert knows the appropriate dose you need depending on your condition and other parameters. Do not stop taking this tablet before completing the treatment course. It can resume symptoms or make them worse.