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Drug Information

Drug Generic Name METHYLPREDNISOLONE ACETATE
Drug Class STEROIDS
Chapter Endocrine System

Indications: suppression of inflammatory and allergic disorders; cerebral oedema associated with malignancy; rheumatic disease.

Cautions: same as for dexamethasone. In addition, rapid intravenous administration may cause cardiovascular collapse.

Contra-indications: as for dexamethasone.

Side Effects: same as for dexamethasone.

Dose: By Mouth 2 – 40 mg daily. By IM or slow IV injection: initially 10 – 500 mg.

Graft rejection, up to 1 g daily by intravenous infusion for up to 3 days.

Brand Name
  • Depo-Medrol Injection 40 mg/ml, For IM Use
  • Solu-Medrol 1000 mg Vial, For IV Use
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