Depomed 8 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (2 x 10: ৳ 200.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Methylprednisolone |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Product Title
- Depomed Methylprednisolone Tablets
Categories
- Medicine
- Pharmaceuticals
Description
Depomed is a potent anti-inflammatory steroid with greater potency than Prednisolone and less tendency to induce sodium and water retention. It is used to treat a wide range of conditions such as endocrine disorders, rheumatic disorders, collagen diseases, dermatologic diseases, allergies, respiratory diseases, neoplastic diseases, edematous states, gastrointestinal disease, CNS disease, and more.
Indications
- Endocrine Disorders
- Rheumatic Disorders
- Collagen Diseases
- Dermatologic Diseases
- Allergy
- Ophthalmic Diseases
- Respiratory Diseases
- Hematological Disorders
- Neoplastic Diseases
- Edematous States
- Gastrointestinal Disease
- CNS Disease
Pharmacology
- Potent anti-inflammatory agent
- Inhibition of the immune system
- Influence on kidney, fluid & electrolyte balance, lipid, protein, carbohydrate metabolism, skeletal muscle, cardiovascular system, immune system, nervous system, and endocrine system
- Rapid absorption and distribution
- Metabolism in the liver
- Plasma protein binding in humans
- Haemodializable
Dosage & Administration
- Usual daily range: 2-48 mg in divided doses
- Initial dosage variation based on specific disease severity
- Maintenance dosage determination based on individual response
- Treatment of acute exacerbations of multiple sclerosis
- Guidelines for severe allergy and dermatitis treatment
- Alternate-day therapy considerations
Interaction
- Inhibition and reduction of metabolism by various drugs
- Increased effect with estrogens
- Potential impact on blood thinners
Contraindications
- Systemic fungal infections
- Known hypersensitivity to components
Side Effects
- Short courses usually well-tolerated
- Potential serious side effects with long-term high doses
- Range of side effects from mild to serious irreversible damage
- Adrenal gland suppression with prolonged use
- Symptoms of corticosteroid insufficiency upon abrupt withdrawal
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy category C
- Use only if benefits outweigh risks
- Inadequate evaluation in nursing mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Potential persistence of adrenocortical insufficiency after discontinuation
- Enhanced effect on patients with hypothyroidism and cirrhosis
- Cautious use in ocular herpes simplex, hypoprothrombinemia, and children on prolonged therapy
Overdose Effects
- Rare reports of acute toxicity and death following overdose
- Supportive and symptomatic treatment
- Monitoring of serum electrolytes
Therapeutic Class
- Glucocorticoids
Storage Conditions
- Cool, dry place
- Away from light
- Keep out of reach of children