Methylprednisolone is used to treat a number of different conditions, such as inflammation (swelling), severe allergies, adrenal problems, arthritis, asthma, blood or bone marrow problems, eye or vision problems, lupus, skin conditions, kidney problems, ulcerative colitis, and flare-ups of multiple sclerosis.

Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). Methylprednisolone is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

Major & minor side effects for Methyl Prednisolone

• Aggression or anger
• Decreased urine output
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Difficulty in breathing
• Change in mood
• Increased appetite

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary.

This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are at risk of developing infections. 

This medicine may decrease the effect of live or attenuated vaccines.

This medicine may alter the blood glucose levels and worsen the symptoms of diabetes.

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with gastrointestinal diseases due to the increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.

This medicine should be used with caution in the patients with a known history of kidney injury since it may worsen the patient's condition.

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver injuries due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.