Cartipred 16 mg Tablet

Composition of Cartipred 16 mg Tablet

Cartipred 16 mg Tablet contains Methylprednisolone 16 mg (as methylprednisolone) tablet. It belongs to the Glucocorticoid class of medicines.

Uses of Cartipred 16 mg Tablet

• Used for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis
• severe allergies/asthma exacerbations
• skin disorders (eczema/dermatitis)
• lupus
• inflammatory bowel disease
• and other conditions where corticosteroids are indicated.

Key benefits

• Reduces inflammation and swelling
• Relieves allergic symptoms
• Controls autoimmune flare-ups
• Improves breathing in steroid-responsive asthma/COPD exacerbations
• Helps manage severe skin and joint inflammation

How Cartipred 16 mg Tablet works

Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and suppresses immune responses. It decreases the production of inflammatory chemicals and reduces swelling, redness, and allergic symptoms.

How to take Cartipred 16 mg Tablet

Take by mouth exactly as prescribed. Usually taken once daily in the morning with food/milk to reduce stomach upset. Do not stop suddenly; dose is often tapered based on response. Swallow tablet with water.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause weight gain, high blood sugar, bone thinning and suppression of the body's own steroid production when it is taken over a prolonged period. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Cartipred 16 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Cartipred are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Indigestion
• increased appetite
• weight gain
• mood changes
• insomnia
• increased blood sugar
• fluid retention
• elevated blood pressure
• acne
• increased risk of infections

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Cartipred 16 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only steroid. Do not stop abruptly (risk of adrenal suppression). Increased susceptibility to infections; seek medical help for fever/sore throat. Long-term/high-dose use may cause osteoporosis, cataract/glaucoma, muscle weakness, stomach ulcer/bleeding, Cushingoid features, and growth suppression in children. Use caution in diabetes, hypertension, peptic ulcer disease, liver disease, osteoporosis, glaucoma, psychiatric illness, and TB/latent infections. Avoid live vaccines during high-dose therapy; consult doctor before immunizations. May need stress-dose steroids during surgery/serious illness.

Do not take Cartipred if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an untreated systemic infection, except where the steroid is part of the treatment.

Interactions with other medicines

NSAIDs (ulcer/bleeding risk), anticoagulants like warfarin (INR changes), antidiabetics/insulin (reduced effect), diuretics/amphotericin B (hypokalemia), rifampicin/phenytoin/carbamazepine (reduced steroid levels), ketoconazole/clarithromycin (increased steroid levels), cyclosporine (increased toxicity), live vaccines (risk of infection), ACE inhibitors/ARBs (electrolyte changes)

How to store Cartipred 16 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Cartipred 16 mg Tablet

Take the whole daily dose in the morning with food, unless your doctor directs otherwise — this suits the body's own rhythm and helps you sleep. Carry a steroid card or note if you are on a long course. Watch your salt, sugar and weight during the course.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

EAST WEST PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Corticosteroid (Anti-inflammatory/Immunosuppressant)

Drug class:

Glucocorticoid