SOLU MEDROL 1GM INJECTION 1GM

SALTMethylprednisolone (1000mg)

INTRODUCTIONSolu-Medrol 1gm Injection is a type of medicine called a steroid. It is used to treat different conditions including rheumatic disorder, asthma, severe allergic reactions and conditions that affect your eyes and skin. Solu-Medrol 1gm Injection is usually given as an injection by your doctor into a vein, joint, or muscle. The amount you are given will depend on what you are being treated for and how much you need to control your symptoms. If you are using this medication at home, learn exactly how to do it correctly from your doctor. You should always take the amount prescribed. Do not take a larger dose or use it more often. Taking a higher dose will not improve your condition faster, and your risk of side effects will increase. Keep taking it regularly even if you feel well. Do not suddenly stop this medication as your condition may become worse. It should always be stopped gradually.

USESTreatment of Rheumatic disorder Treatment of Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) Treatment of Allergic conditions Treatment of Eye disorders Treatment of Skin disorders

BENEFITRheumatic disorder is an autoimmune condition where your body’s immune system (which usually fights bacteria and viruses) attacks your body’s own cells. Solu-Medrol 1gm Injection stops that from happening and can relieve the symptoms of this condition such as pain, swelling, and stiffness in your joints. It can also slow down joint damage, reduce disability, and enable you to be as active for as long as possible. It can take several weeks or months to notice the effect of the medicine. You should continue taking it until your doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.

SIDE EFFECTNausea Sweating Edema (swelling) Thinning of skin Increased risk of infection Reduction in bone density Weight gain Mood changes Upset stomach Behavioral changes

HOW TO USE Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW TO WORKSolu-Medrol 1gm Injection is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.