What is Medgolds?

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Medgolds 16mg is used in the treatment of conditions such as blood disorders, inflammation-swelling, severe allergic reactions, diseases of the joints, eyes, skin, kidneys and disorders of the immune system. Refer to the following article for more details on dosage, uses and effective use of medgolds.

1. What is Medgolds 16mg?


Medgolds 16mg has the main ingredient Methylprednisolone 16mg - similar to a natural hormone produced by the body's adrenal glands. It is used in the treatment of diseases such as blood disorders, inflammation-swelling, severe allergic reactions, diseases of the joints, eyes, skin, kidneys, and disorders of the immune system.
Medgolds belongs to the group of hormonal drugs, is made in the form of tablets with packaging specifications of 3 blisters x 10 tablets. The drug is manufactured by Central Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company 3 - Vietnam. SDK: VD-32963-19.

2. Uses and indications of Medgolds 16mg


Use Medgolds 16mg under your doctor's prescription in the following cases:
Inflammation (swelling), severe allergies: seasonal allergic rhinitis, hereditary or contact dermatitis, lupus erythematosus Body...; Kidney and adrenal gland problems; Joint diseases: Arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, polymyositis...; Eye problems; Ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease; Sarcoid disease of the lungs; Pemphigus vulgaris disease.

3. How to use Medgolds 16mg?


3.1. How to use Patients need to use Medgolds 16mg as prescribed by the doctor right from the starting dose. In addition, the dose should be maintained and adjusted until the body has a satisfactory response. The drug should not be stopped suddenly for a long time using high doses, but it is necessary to change the dose, reduce the dose gradually until it is completely stopped.
Medgolds 16mg drug is made in the form of tablets, taken directly with filtered water and do not chew the tablet. The most appropriate time to take the medicine is every morning at 8 o'clock.
3.2. Dosage For each different disease state, there will be appropriate dosages indicated. The following is a dosage that you can refer to:
Joint disease - rheumatoid arthritis with severity: 12-16mg. Eye disease: 16-40 mg Blood and white blood cell disease 16-100 mg Ulcerative colitis case: 16-60 mg Allergic case: 12-40mg. In case of ulcerative colitis: 16-60mg. Crohn's disease: up to 48mg/day. Pulmonary sarcoid disease: 32 – 48mg, use every other day. Skin diseases: 80-360mg

4. Contraindications to using Medgolds 16mg


Do not use Medgolds 16mg for the following cases:
People with a history of allergy or hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the drug; People with severe infections, except for septic shock and tuberculous meningitis; Persons receiving live vaccines; People whose skin is damaged by agents such as viruses, fungi or tuberculosis.

5. Side effects when using Medgolds 16mg


When using Medgolds 16mg, users may experience some side effects to note:
Common side effects: Abdominal pain, digestive disorders, nausea, headache, dizziness, insomnia, restlessness - anxiety, more hair growth, bruising on the skin, irregular or absent menstrual periods (for women).
Some serious side effects
When using the drug in high doses and for a long time, it can cause peptic ulcers; Having some fluid and electrolyte problems: This can be related to sodium retention, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure...; Neurological complications: Convulsions, dizziness, excitability and hypertension.

6. Medgolds 16mg drug interactions


Do not use Medgolds 16mg at the same time with Cyclosporine, Phenobarbital, Carbamazepine, Grapefruit juice,... Because this can reduce the effectiveness and effectiveness of the drug, directly affecting the effect in supporting the treatment of the disease. . Some more serious cases may be encountered such as: Swelling, high blood pressure, thinning of the skin, acne, cataracts, ...
To ensure safety and not occur dangerous interactions Patients should consult their doctor before combining any medicine with Medgolds 16mg.

7. Some notes when using Medgolds 16mg and storing it properly


In the process of using Medgolds 16mg, it is necessary to pay attention to the following issues:
Be careful when using Medgolds 16mg for patients with diabetes, high blood pressure, stomach ulcers - duodenum Do not arbitrarily Stop taking the medicine suddenly without consulting your doctor. Do not use Medgolds 16mg for children, pregnant and lactating women. Read the instructions for use carefully before use and follow the instructions from your doctor. Storage: Store the medicine in a cool, dry place, at room temperature and avoid direct sunlight. Medgolds medicine 16mg has the main ingredient is Methylprednisolone. It is used in the treatment of conditions such as blood disorders, inflammation-swelling, severe allergic reactions, diseases of the joints, eyes, skin, and kidneys, and disorders of the immune system. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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