When taken with Medrol, the following can increase the risk of side effects due to increased concentrations of methylprednisolone in the body:. Medrol can also cause an increased risk of side effects from other medications such as:. The following medications may cause Medrol to be less effective:.
This list does not include all drugs that can interact with methylprednisolone. Before taking methylprednisolone, be sure to tell your doctor about all of the prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, supplements, and herbs you are taking. This will help you avoid potential interactions. If you have any questions about drug interactions, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.
Medrol is part of a class of medications known as glucocorticoids. Other commonly prescribed glucocorticoids include:. Dexamethasone is available as an oral tablet. It is often prescribed to treat inflammation, allergic reactions, adrenal insufficiency, and flare-ups of ulcerative colitis.
The most common side effects include stomach upset, swelling, high blood glucose, and trouble falling asleep. Dexamethasone is also available as an oral solution, eye drops, and ear drops. Prednisone is available as an oral tablet. It helps reduce inflammation, irritation, or swelling, and treats many conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and dermatitis. Common side effects include restlessness, acne, nausea or vomiting, trouble sleeping, and weight gain. Prednisone is also available as a liquid solution.
Hydrocortisone is available as an oral tablet. It is often prescribed to treat adrenocortical deficiency, swelling, and inflammation, and is used to slow down your immune system.
Common side effects include headaches, muscle weakness, and skin problems. Hydrocortisone is also available as an injection and topical form. This is a list of drugs from similar classes of medication as Medrol. It is not a list of drugs recommended to take with Medrol. Ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider if you have any questions. It works by decreasing inflammation in the body. Medrol is often used to treat various disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and ulcerative colitis.
The most common side effects are weight gain, nausea or vomiting, increased thirst, and headache. Methylprednisolone also has the potential for serious side effects such as an allergic reaction, changes in mood, low potassium levels, or diabetes. Abruptly stopping Medrol may lead to side effects.
You could also have flare-ups of your disease, or your pain and inflammation symptoms could recur. It is best to speak with your healthcare provider before you stop taking this medication. Medrol is a safe and effective medication when used correctly. While Medrol does have the potential for serious side effects such as allergic reactions, changes in mood, or dangerously low potassium levels, the most common side effects tend to be mild. Those might include headache, nausea, vomiting, weight gain, or increased thirst.
It is important to inform your healthcare provider of your other medical conditions and any prescription medications, OTC medications, vitamins, supplements, and herbs you are taking. This way, your provider can make the best decision about what medication and dose are safe and will work best for you.
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These choices will be signaled globally to our partners and will not affect browsing data. We and our partners process data to: Actively scan device characteristics for identification. I Accept Show Purposes. Table of Contents View All. Table of Contents. If you suddenly stop using this medication, you may have withdrawal symptoms such as weakness, weight loss, nausea, muscle pain, headache, tiredness, dizziness. To help prevent withdrawal, your doctor may lower your dose slowly. Withdrawal is more likely if you have used methylprednisolone for a long time or in high doses.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if you have withdrawal. See also Precautions section. Nausea, vomiting, heartburn, headache, dizziness, trouble sleeping, appetite changes, increased sweating, or acne may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. This medication may make your blood sugar rise, which can cause or worsen diabetes.
If you already have diabetes, check your blood sugar regularly as directed and share the results with your doctor. Your doctor may need to adjust your diabetes medication, exercise program, or diet. This medication may lower your ability to fight infections.
This may make you more likely to get a serious rarely fatal infection or make any infection you have worse. Tell your doctor right away if you have any signs of infection such as fever, chills, persistent sore throat, cough, white patches in the mouth. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at Before taking methylprednisolone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to prednisone; or if you have any other allergies.
This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:. This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana cannabis can make you more dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana cannabis.
This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol while using this medicine may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Limit alcoholic beverages.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Methylprednisolone can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others such as chickenpox, measles, flu. Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details. This medication may cause vaccines to not work as well. Live vaccines may cause serious problems such as infection if given while you are using this medication.
Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines such as flu vaccine inhaled through the nose. Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products. Myasthenia gravis. Systemic sclerosis. Recent MI. Renal insufficiency. Kaposi's sarcoma. Supplement with additional steroids in physiologic stress.
May increase risk and mask signs of infection. May cause electrolyte imbalances, adrenocortical insufficiency, psychotic derangements. Alternate, intermittent, or single-daily doses at 8 AM minimize adrenal suppression. Monitor weight, growth, fluid and electrolyte balance.
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