Medixon 16mg (Methylprednisolone) 16mg

Indication

- Severe allergic conditions - Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis - Bronchial asthma and COPD - Systemic lupus erythematosus - Psoriasis and dermatologic diseases - Endocrine and gastrointestinal disorders

Ingredients

• Methylprednisolone

Direction

Take orally with food to minimize stomach upset. The dosage must be taken exactly as prescribed and should be tapered gradually when discontinued.

Side effects

• Increased appetite and weight gain
• Fluid retention and swelling
• Insomnia and mood changes
• Elevated blood pressure
• Muscle weakness
• Osteoporosis with long
• term use

Precautions

• Do not stop medicine abruptly
• Monitor blood sugar in diabetics
• Avoid live vaccinations during treatment
• Use cautiously in peptic ulcer patients
• May mask symptoms of infection