Acto Pred 16 Mg

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablets a steroid, which prevents the release of certain chemicals in the body that result in inflammation. The drug is quite effective in the treatment of a number of inflammatory health problems such as gland disorders, lupus, arthritis, psoriasis as well as ulcerative colitis. It also treats various other inflammatory conditions of the lungs, skin, eyes, blood cells, stomach and nervous system of the body.

Drug = Methyl Prednisolone

Strength =16 Mg

Manufacturer = Ferring Pharmaceuticals

How To Take

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. ActoPred 16 Mg Tabletis to be taken with food.

Avoid ActoPred 16 Mg Tabletwith dietary sodium.

Dosage

Acto Pred 1 Mg Tablet

Acto Pred 4 Mg Injection

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet

Acto Pred 500 Mg Injection

Side Effects

Mood changes

Stomach upset

Behavioural changes

Increased glucose level in blood

Skin thinning

Increased risk of infection

Reduction in bone density

Weight gain

Warning

Pregnancy = Acto Pred 16 Mg Tabletis not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding = Acto Pred 16 Mg Tabletis not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Infections = Acto Pred 16 Mg Tabletshould be used with caution in patients who are at risk of developing infections. The severity of the infections may increase with an increase in the dose of this medicine. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who are suffering from systemic fungal infections since it may worsen the patient’s condition.

Vaccination = Acto Pred 16 Mg Tabletmay decrease the effect of live or attenuated vaccines. Your doctor may suggest an appropriate time gap between the administration of the medicine and the vaccine to avoid their interaction. Alternatively, therapy with the medicine or the vaccine may be postponed depending on your clinical condition.

Diabetes = Acto Pred 16 Mg Tabletmay alter the blood glucose levels and worsen the symptoms of diabetes. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Gastrointestinal diseases = Acto Pred 16 Mg Tabletshould be used with caution in patients with gastrointestinal diseases due to the increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Uses

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet(Methylprednisolone) is a type of medication known as a corticosteroid which is used to treat inflammation caused by a variety of conditions. This drug is effective in treating arthritis, skin conditions, breathing disorders, lupus, psoriasis, allergic disorders, ulcerative colitis, as well as other conditions.