What is MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack?
Methylprednisolone is a dose pack that contains a steroid to prevent the release of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.The MethylPREDNISolone Pack treats many inflammation conditions, including arthritis, lupus, and psoriasis. It also treats ulcerative colitis as well as allergic disorders, gland disorders (endocrine), and disorders of the eyes, skin, lungs, or stomach.The MethylPREDNISolone Pack can be used in other ways not mentioned in the medication guide.
Side Effects of MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, hives, lip, face or tongue swelling and/or difficulty swallowing, medical help should be sought immediately: difficulty in taking deep breaths or difficulty with speaking clearly or understanding language.
MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack can cause severe side effects. If you experience:
- Rapid weight gain, swelling, and shortness of breath even with light exertion;
- Any wound or bruise that does not heal
- Blurred vision, pain in the eyes, or seeing halos around lights
- Changes in behavior, personality changes, or severe depressive symptoms;
- New or unusual pains in the arm, leg, or back
- Bloody or tarry stool; vomiting blood or vomit that looks like coffee ground;
- Seizure (convulsions);
- Low potassium—leg cramps constipation: increased thirst and urination
Steroids can affect the growth of children. If your child's growth isn't normal while taking methylprednisolone dose pack, tell your doctor.
Side effects that may occur from the methylprednisolone dosing pack include:
- Fluid retention
- Dizziness, spinning sensation;
- Changes in menstrual cycles;
- Headache;
- Mild muscular pain;
- Stomach discomfort and bloating.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor.Report adverse reactions by calling the Food and Drug Administration's hotline at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
This medicine should not be used if there is a fungus infection in any part of your body.
Before you take this drug
If you're allergic to MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack, you should avoid using it.
- A fungus infection can occur anywhere on your body.
The MethylPREDNISolone Pack weakens your immune system and makes it more likely that you will contract an infection. Steroids may also worsen or reactivate a recent infection as well as an existing infection. Inform your doctor of any illnesses or infections you may have experienced in the last few weeks.
Tell your doctor about any of the following to ensure that the MethylPREDNISolone Pack is right for you:
- A thyroid condition;
- Herpes in the eye
- Diverticulitis, stomach ulcers, or ulcerative colitis
- Depression, mental illness, or psychosis;
- Liver disease, especially cirrhosis
- High blood pressure
- Osteoporosis;
- A muscle disorder, such as myasthenia gravis.
- Multiple Sclerosis.
Tell your doctor as well if you suffer from diabetes. The glucose levels (sugars) in urine or blood can be increased by steroids. Your diabetes medication may need to be adjusted. Unknown is whether MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack can harm an unborn child. Inform your doctor of any pregnancy or plans to get pregnant.There is no way to know if methylprednisolone can pass into the breast milk or whether it will affect a nursing infant. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding.
How to take MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack
Please follow all the instructions on the prescription label. Your dose may be changed by your doctor from time to time. Use this medication only as prescribed. Do not exceed the recommended dose or use it for longer.MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack can be taken once every two days. Do not forget to follow your doctor's instructions.If you are experiencing unusual stress, such as an illness or fever, or have had surgery, your dose may need to be adjusted. Inform your doctor of any situation that may affect you.Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using the MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack. Inform any physician who treats you about your use of the MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack.Do not abruptly stop taking MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack. You should follow your doctor's advice about reducing your dosage.You can wear a medical ID tag that states you are taking MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack or carry a card. You should inform any medical provider that treats you about your steroid medications.
Tell the surgeon in advance if you will need surgery that you use the MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack. It may be necessary to temporarily stop taking the medication.Keep away from heat and moisture. Store at room temperature.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you missed a dose, call your doctor to get instructions.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.Overdoses of MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack are not likely to cause life-threatening symptoms. Long-term use of high doses of steroids can cause symptoms like thinning of the skin, easy bruises, changes to your body's shape and location (especially on your neck, waist, face, or back), acne, facial hair, or menstrual issues.
What should be avoided?
Stay away from people with infections or illnesses. If you have been exposed to measles or chicken pox, call your doctor immediately for treatment. The conditions are serious and can even be fatal for people taking steroid medications.Do not use the MethylPREDNI Sole Dose Pack while receiving a live vaccine. During this period, the vaccine might not be as effective, and you may not get full protection from illness. The live vaccines are measles (MMR), rubella, typhoid (rotavirus), yellow fever (typhoid), varicella (chickenpox), as well as the nasal flu vaccine (influenza).
Interaction with other drug
Other medications, such as prescription, over-the-counter, herbal, or vitamins, may also interact with methylprednisolone. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines that you are currently taking and those that you plan to start using.