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Solu Medrol 40mg Vial Of 0.04gm Powder For Injection

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Solu Medrol 40 MG Description

Soul-Medrol injection is used in various allergic conditions like skin allergies, asthma and lung-related problems. It contains methylprednisolone, which belongs to the class of medicines called ster

oids, as its active ingredient. This medicine should be used under the medical supervision of doctors or nurses. It is advised to complete the full course of the treatment as per the doctor's directions. You should not stop the Soul-Medrol injection abruptly otherwise, it can increase the risk of the symptoms returning. Before using the Soul-Medrol injection, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Product Summary

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Contains	Methylprednisone / Methylprednisolone(40.0 Mg)
Uses	Allergic disorders
Side effects	Increased risk of infection, high blood pressure, stomach ulcers, bloating
Therapy	STEROID

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Solu Medrol 40 MG

Soul-Medrol injection is used for the treatment and/or suppression of inflammatory and allergic disorders associated with different organs.
It is also helpful in various allergic ailments like asthma, skin allergies.

Contraindications of Solu Medrol 40 MG

If you are allergic to methylprednisolone, steroids, or any other ingredients of this medicine.
If you have any serious fungal infection, such as infection of the lungs, throat or food pipe.
If you have any other infection and you are not taking any antibiotics or antiviral medicine to treat that infection.
If you recently had or have an upcoming vaccination schedule.
If you have a blood disorder such as decreased platelet count (thrombocytopenic purpura).
If this medicine is to be administered into the spine.

Side effects of Solu Medrol 40 MG

Increase risk of infections
Fluid retention
Mood disorders
High blood pressure
Stomach ulcers
Eye disorders
Delayed wound healing
Headache
Dizziness
Muscle weakness

Precautions and Warnings of Solu Medrol 40 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take the Soul-Medrol injection during pregnancy?

Soul-Medrol injection should not be given to pregnant women unless it is considered necessary by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Soul-Medrol injection while breastfeeding?

Soul-Medrol injection passes into the breastmilk in small amounts. Thus, the use of this medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding mothers unless prescribed by a physician.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken the Soul-Medrol injection?

Soul-Medrol injection can make you feel dizzy, fatigued and can affect your vision, thus you should avoid driving in case you experience any of these symptoms.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Soul-Medrol injection?

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol, it is important to consult your physician before drinking.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience any skin allergies and rise in blood sugar levels or you are diabetic.
You experience mood disturbances, fits and other psychiatric problems.
You experience visual disturbances and eye infections. Upon long-term use, there is a probability that you may develop cataracts.
You are elderly, you have heart problems, high blood pressure and cholesterol, blood clotting problems, liver and kidney diseases.
This medicine makes you more prone to infections, in case you already have any infections like a fungal infection, or you have measles or chickenpox, you are taking medicines to suppress the immune re...
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It can impair the fertility of an individual.
This medicine may cause inflammation and swelling in different parts of your gut like the stomach, pancreas and can also cause ulcers.
Children and adolescents receiving steroids should be observed for growth abnormalities as steroids can retard the growth.

Mode of Action of Solu Medrol 40 MG

How Does It Work?

Soul-Medrol injection is effective against many diseases and works by reducing swelling, pain and redness.
Methylprednisolone is a man-made steroid. It acts by suppressing the immune response in allergic conditions, inflammation and other reaction during organ transplantation. Steroids play a critical role...
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Directions for Use of Solu Medrol 40 MG

Soul-Medrol injection will be given to you in a hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection.
Do not self-inject this medicine.

Interactions of Solu Medrol 40 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way the Soul-Medrol injection works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Especially, if you are taking anti-tubercular medicines, antibiotics, antihypertensive medicines, oral contraceptives, antacids and antidiabetic medicines.
Concomitant use of immunosuppressants like ciclosporin and tacrolimus along with this medicine may increase the risk of side effects of either of the medicine.
Concomitant use of painkillers can cause the risk of stomach bleeding.
Medicines used to treat muscle disorders (myasthenia gravis or muscle weakness) such as distigmine, neostigmine, and pancuronium, if taken along with the ((name}}, can lead to muscle weakness.

Interactions with food items

Avoid having grapefruit juice, as it can cause adverse effects with the Soul-Medrol injection.

Storage and disposal of Solu Medrol 40 MG

Store the Soul-Medrol injection at room temperature and away from sunlight, heat and moisture.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Any unused portion should be discarded properly.

Dosage of Solu Medrol 40 MG

Overdose

This injection will be given by a doctor or nurse thus chances of an overdose are unlikely. However, if you experience any discomfort or specific symptoms inform your doctor or reach out to the neares...

Missed a Dose

It is unlikely that the dose of this injection will be missed if you are monitored in a healthcare setup. However, if you have missed taking any dose of this injection inform your doctor or nurse imme...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I stop taking this medicine on my own?

A: No, steroids therapy should not be stopped abruptly, your dose will be gradually reduced by your doctor before completely withdrawing this therapy.

Q: Can I take vaccinations during this medicine?

A: Soul-Medrol injection can reduce the effectiveness of some vaccines. Hence, it is best to consult your doctor before doing so.

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25/03/2025

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