Medrol 16 mg Tablet

Name: Medrol 16 mg Tablet
Brand: Pfizer Ltd
Price: 148.39 INR
Availability: InStock

Product introduction

Medrol 16 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Methylprednisolone (16mg). It is used for inflammation, allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions and asthma flare. It belongs to the group of medicines called Systemic corticosteroid.

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Medrol 16 mg Tablet are increased appetite and weight gain, raised blood sugar, difficulty sleeping and mood change. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Medrol 16 mg Tablet works.

Uses

Inflammation
Allergic reactions
Autoimmune conditions
Asthma flare

Benefits

In Inflammation: Medrol powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly.
In Allergic reactions: Medrol calms a severe allergic reaction, reducing swelling, rash and breathing difficulty.
In Autoimmune conditions: Medrol dampens the immune system's attack on the body's own tissues, controlling flares of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and inflammatory bowel disease.
In Asthma flare: Medrol settles the airway inflammation of a severe asthma attack over a few days, restoring normal breathing and preventing the attack from worsening.

Side effects

Most side effects of Medrol are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Increased appetite and weight gain
Raised blood sugar
Difficulty sleeping
Mood change
Indigestion
Fluid retention

Stop the medicine and get help at once 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.

How to use

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it in the morning, with food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

How it works

Methylprednisolone suppresses inflammation and calms an over-active immune response throughout the body.

Safety advice

AlcoholCAUTION: Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingSAFE: Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
KidneyCAUTION: Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.

Warnings & precautions

Never stop a course of more than a few days suddenly. Your body stops making its own steroid while you take these, and abrupt withdrawal can cause a dangerous collapse. Your doctor will taper the dose. Tell any doctor treating you that you take steroids, and say so urgently if you develop a serious infection, injury or need surgery — you may need a higher dose to cope. Steroids raise blood sugar. If you have diabetes, monitor it more closely during a course. Long-term use thins bones, raises the risk of infection, cataract and glaucoma. Your doctor will monitor and may add bone protection. Chickenpox and measles can be severe in people on steroids — seek advice promptly after any contact.

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.

Quick tips

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.

Fact box

Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: Corticosteroid
Action class: Systemic corticosteroid

Interaction with drugs

Anti-inflammatory painkillers together with steroids markedly raise the risk of stomach bleeding.
Live vaccines are generally avoided during significant steroid treatment.

Storage

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Medrol 16 mg Tablet.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: PFIZER LTD`

Good to know

Common questions

What is Medrol 16 mg Tablet used for?

Medrol 16 mg Tablet is commonly used for inflammation, allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions and asthma flare. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Medrol 16 mg Tablet?

Inflammation: Medrol powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly. It is also used for allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions, asthma flare.

What is the salt in Medrol 16 mg Tablet?

Medrol 16 mg Tablet contains Methylprednisolone (16mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Medrol 16 mg Tablet?

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Medrol 16 mg Tablet work?

Methylprednisolone suppresses inflammation and calms an over-active immune response throughout the body.

Is Medrol 16 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?

Yes. Medrol 16 mg Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Medrol 16 mg Tablet?

The side effects reported most often with Medrol are Increased appetite and weight gain, Raised blood sugar, Difficulty sleeping, Mood change, Indigestion. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Medrol 16 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking Medrol 16 mg Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Medrol.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Medrol 16 mg Tablet?

Limit alcohol while taking Medrol 16 mg Tablet; it can worsen the side effects.

What if I miss a dose of Medrol 16 mg Tablet?

Take it as soon as you remember.

Is Medrol 16 mg Tablet habit forming?

No. Medrol 16 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Medrol 16 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Medrol 16 mg Tablet starts at ₹148 (MRP ₹156) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 16 mg 14`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Medrol 16 mg Tablet?

Medrol 16 mg Tablet is manufactured by PFIZER LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Medrol 16 mg Tablet delivered?

Medrol 16 mg Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.

Know this medicine

Product introduction

Uses

Benefits

Side effects

How to use

How it works

Safety advice

Warnings & precautions

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you take too much

Quick tips

Fact box

Interaction with drugs

Storage

References

Manufacturer details

Quick reference

Common questions

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