Methyl Prednisolone

Dosage Forms Available

• Methyl prednisolone is available for use via the oral route (tablet).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults.

Contraindications

• The medication is not recommended in patients with a known allergy to Methyl Prednisolone and severe kidney and liver conditions.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Methyl prednisolone may interact with medications used to treat tuberculosis (e.g., rifampicin, isoniazid), blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin), antiepileptic medications (e.g., carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin), anticholinergics (e.g., amitriptyline), medications for myasthenia gravis (e.g., neostigmine), antidiabetic medications (e.g., insulin), HIV medications (e.g., cobicistat), sex hormones (e.g., estrogen), NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen), diuretics (e.g., thiazides, furosemide, ethacrylic acid), medications for lung diseases or asthma (e.g., theophylline, salbutamol, terbutaline, salmeterol, formoterol), and antifungal antibiotics (e.g., amphotericin B).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may cause symptoms like high blood pressure, salt and water retention, and low potassium levels. If you observe these symptoms, inform your doctor and follow the advice accordingly.
• If you forget to take this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. But avoid repeating the dose.

Management of Side Effects

• Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may impair your ability to drive and operate heavy machinery.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Caution is advised before using this medicine in pregnancy and during breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Methylprednisolone should be used with caution if you have an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), a history of recent vaccinations or infections, stomach ulcers, ulcerative colitis (GI perforation), prematurity-related issues, tuberculosis, hyperadrenocorticism (excess adrenocortical hormones), hyperlipidemia (high blood fat levels), liver disease, kidney failure, myasthenia gravis (a condition causing muscle weakness), diabetes, or other heart diseases.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Staying hydrated is essential for managing a cough or cold, as drinking room-temperature liquids can help relieve symptoms like a runny nose, sneezing, and cough. 
• Since acid reflux is a common cause of coughing, avoiding trigger foods can help reduce symptoms. 
• Managing stress is also essential, as it weakens the immune system and increases susceptibility to illness. 
• Regular exercise, meditation, deep breathing, and muscle relaxation techniques can help reduce stress levels. Aim for 7-9 hours of sleep each night to maintain overall health. 
• Avoid exposure to known allergens like pollen, dust and foods that trigger allergies.
• Lastly, maintaining personal hygiene and keeping your surroundings clean can help prevent infections.