Medixon 16 16 mg

Indication

Anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive treatment of conditions such as severe allergic disorders, asthma, rheumatic diseases, dermatological, gastrointestinal and autoimmune disorders responsive to corticosteroid therapy.

Ingredients

• Methylprednisolone

Direction

Oral route. Dosage according to physician's advice. Read the leaflet carefully before use.

Side effects

• May cause weight gain
• increased appetite
• mood changes
• fluid retention
• raised blood pressure
• raised blood sugar
• increased infection risk. Always ask a doctor or pharmacist before use and stop and seek advice if severe symptoms occur.

Precautions

• Prescription only (Rx). Do not stop the treatment abruptly
• taper as advised by physician. Avoid contact with people with infectious diseases. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes
• hypertension
• peptic ulcer
• infection
• or are pregnant/breastfeeding. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use.