Solu-Medrol 500mg Injection

Short Description

Solu-Medrol 500mg Injection is a type of medicine called a steroid. It is used to treat different conditions including rheumatic disorder, asthma, severe allergic reactions and conditions that affect your eyes and skin.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Solu-Medrol 500mg Injection is usually given as an injection by your doctor into a vein, joint, or muscle. The amount you are given will depend on what you are being treated for and how much you need to control your symptoms. If you are using this medication at home, learn exactly how to do it correctly from your doctor. You should always take the amount prescribed. Do not take a larger dose or use it more often. Taking a higher dose will not improve your condition faster and your risk of side effects will increase. Keep taking it regularly even if you feel well. Do not suddenly stop this medication as your condition may become worse. It should always be stopped gradually.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

Solu-Medrol 500mg Injection is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

Solu-Medrol 500mg Injection helps treat inflammation severe allergies flare-ups of ongoing illnesses and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system. Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking Solu-Medrol 500mg Injection suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms. Do not self-administer this medicine. Steroids may also lower your ability to fight infections so avoid being near people who might pass on infections such as measles, chickenpox, or flu.