DEPO MEDROL 40MG INJ

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Treatment of inflammatory and allergic conditions requiring corticosteroid therapy (e.g., severe allergies, asthma exacerbations, rheumatoid arthritis/osteoarthritis flares, bursitis, tendinitis, synovitis). Used for intra‑articular, intralesional, soft tissue or intramuscular administration as prescribed.

Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid that suppresses inflammation and modulates immune responses by altering gene transcription and reducing release of inflammatory mediators. It decreases swelling, pain, redness and allergic symptoms.

Injection to be administered only by a healthcare professional. Route and dose depend on condition (intra‑articular/soft tissue/intralesional/IM); shake well before use as it is a suspension. Follow the prescribed schedule; do not stop long-term therapy abruptly without medical advice.

Injection site pain, flushing, increased blood sugar, increased appetite, indigestion, mood changes, insomnia, fluid retention, increased blood pressure, headache

Prescription-only corticosteroid. Risk of serious infections; avoid exposure to chickenpox/measles and report fever/sore throat. May worsen diabetes, hypertension, glaucoma/cataract, osteoporosis, peptic ulcer disease; can cause adrenal suppression with repeated/high doses—taper if used long term. Avoid live vaccines during high-dose systemic therapy. Use caution in pregnancy/lactation and in patients with active/latent TB or other chronic infections.