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Medisolone is a prescription drug, belonging to the list of anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, hormonal disorders, with the main ingredient Methylprednisolone. Complying with the indications and doses of Medisolone will help patients improve treatment effectiveness and avoid unwanted side effects.
1. Indications of the drug Medisolone
Medisolone is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis; Treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus; Treatment of some forms of vasculitis such as: nodular periarteritis, temporal arteritis. Treatment of sarcoidosis; Treatment of bronchial asthma ; Treatment of chronic ulcerative colitis; Treatment of hemolytic anemia; Treatment of granulocytopenia; Treatment of severe allergic diseases including anaphylaxis. Treatment of some cancers such as: acute leukemia, breast cancer, lymphoma and prostate cancer. Treatment of primary nephrotic syndrome.
2. Contraindications of Medisolone
Medisolone is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with severe infections, except tuberculous meningitis and septic shock. People who are taking live vaccines. People affected by fungi, viruses, tuberculosis.
3. Dosage and how to take Medisolone
Usage: Medisolone is taken orally.
Dosage:
In the treatment of acute asthma: Doses from 32-48 mg/day. Patients take this dose for 5 days. After that, additional treatment with lower dose can be given for 1 week. In the treatment of chronic arthritis in children: Take 10-30mg/kg/time. In the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis: The starting dose is 4-6mg/day. If in acute exacerbation, use higher dose: FROM 16-32mg/day. Then reduce the dose slowly. In the treatment of chronic ulcerative colitis: From 8-24mg/day. In the treatment of primary nephrotic syndrome: The starting dose is 0.8-1.6 mg/kg. Take this dose for 6 weeks, then gradually reduce it. In the treatment of sarcoid: 0.8 mg/kg/day. Low maintenance dose 8mg/day. In the treatment of immune hemolytic anemia: 64mg/day. In the treatment of sarcoid: dose 0.8mg/kg/day. After remission, the maintenance dose is 8mg/day. Note: The above Medisolone dosage is for reference only. The specific dose of Medisolone depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Medisolone, the patient should consult a doctor or healthcare professional.
Treatment in case of missed dose or overdose of Medisolone:
In case of missed dose of Medisolone, it is advisable to supplement as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose of Medisolone and use a new dose. When using Medisolone overdose, it is possible that Cushing's syndrome, osteoporosis, muscle weakness, adrenal suppression... Patients need to stop the drug immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for treatment. handled in a timely manner.
4. Medisolone side effects
When using Medisolone, patients may experience unwanted effects such as:
Common: Insomnia, increased appetite, diabetes, joint pain, nervous excitability, indigestion, hirsutism, glaucoma , cataracts, nosebleeds. Uncommon: Dizziness, brain pseudotumor, mood swings, psychosis, hallucinations, seizures, headache, growth retardation, pituitary-adrenal axis suppression, glucose intolerance, alkalosis, delirium, euphoria, edema, hypertension, acne, tissue hyperpigmentation, Cushing's syndrome, esophagitis, hypokalemia, amenorrhea, abdominal distention, nausea, vomiting, pancreatitis, sodium and water retention, hyperglycemia, gastric ulcer, muscle weakness, fracture, hypersensitivity reactions, osteoporosis. If you experience the above symptoms, you should stop using Medisolone and notify your doctor or pharmacist for appropriate treatment.
5. Medisolone drug interactions
Medisolone may have an interaction reaction if combined with:
Erythromycin; Phenobarbital drugs; Phenytoin drugs; Ciclosporin drug; Carbamazepine drug ; Ketoconazole drug; Drugs Rifampin; Diuretics reduce blood potassium. Drugs Rifampicin; Phenytoin drug ; Therefore, before being prescribed Medisolone, the patient should inform the doctor about the drugs they are using, including dietary supplements. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate prescription.
6. Notes when using Medisolone
Care should be taken when administering Medisolone to people who drive or operate machinery. Care should be taken when using Medisolone for people with mental disorders, stomach ulcers, osteoporosis, new vascular connections, heart failure, diabetes, duodenal ulcers, hypertension. Medisolone should be used with caution in the elderly. Care should be taken when using Medisolone for people with severe liver and kidney failure. Pregnant and nursing women should consult their doctor before taking Medisolone. Absolutely do not use when the Medisolone medicine shows signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired use. Above is all information about Medisolone, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Medisolone home treatment because there may be unwanted side effects.
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