METHYL PREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE
It has anti-inflammatory potency than hydrocortisone. It has a faster onset of action than Dexamethasone. It offers significant improvement in air-flow parameters like FVC & FEV1.It potentiates the action of Bronchodilators. Its use in emergency treatment of severe asthma can prevent significant morbidity.Allergic states, Respiratory diseases, Rheumatic disorders, Endocrine disorders, Collagen disease, Dermatologic diseases, Ophthalmic diseases, Haematologic disorders,Neoplastic disease, Oedematous states, Nervous system, Cardiovascular conditions, Organ Transplantation, Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy.
30mg per kg (IV) over a peroid of at least 30 min.,may be repeated every 4-6 hours up to 48 hours. Rheumatic disorders: 1 gm/day for 3-4 days(IV). Multiple sclerosis : 1 gm/day for 3 days(IV) or 1gm/day for 5 days(IV).
Systemic fungal infections. Known hypersensitivity to components.
Aseptic necrosis of femoral and humeral heads, Peptic ulcer, Nausea, Vomiting and a bad taste in the mouth.
