Uses / Indications:
Acto Pred 16mg Tablet is used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions, allergy symptoms, asthma, rheumatic disorder, skin disorders, eye disorders and nephrotic syndrome.
Interactions / Warnings:
NA
Pregnancy interaction:
Acto Pred 16mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Take with food to avoid an upset stomach. Dose is decreased or tapered over time. Most side effects occur with high doses and on long-term use. Your risk of getting an infection may become higher. Tell your doctor immediately if you have a fever, flu-like symptoms, cough, painful urination, or a wound that does not heal.
Side Effects:
Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Increased glucose level in blood, Skin scar, Altered bone growth, Cataract, Behavioural changes.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acto Pred 16mg Tablet is to be taken with food.Avoid Acto Pred 16mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
How it works:
Methylprednisolone belongs to a group of medicines called as corticosteroids. It increases the level of corticosteroid, which are naturally present in the body and thereby controls inflammation. It has anti-inflammatory, metabolic, immune, and hormonal effects on the body..
Faq for medicine:
Is Acto pred a steroid or an antibiotic drug? : Acto pred is a corticosteroid/steroid drug. It is not an antibiotic|Is Acto pred a narcotic or addictive drug? : No. Acto pred is not a narcotic or an addictive drug|Can I take Acto pred if I have high blood pressure? : You can take Acto pred if you have high blood pressure, only when prescribed by your doctor. It is prescribed in such situation when benefit outweighs the risk
Medicine interaction:
Acto Pred with Azithromycin|Acto Pred with Rubella vaccine (Live)|Acto Pred with Glibenclamide|Acto Pred with Rosiglitazone|Acto Pred with S-Amlodipine|Acto Pred with Glimepiride|Acto Pred with Glipizide|Acto Pred with Indinavir|Acto Pred with Cilnidipine|Acto Pred with Clotrimazole|Acto Pred with Lercanidipine|Acto Pred with Benidipine|Acto Pred with Repaglinide|Acto Pred with Posaconazole|Acto Pred with Ketoconazole|Acto Pred with Saxagliptin|Acto Pred with Exenatide|Acto Pred with Rifampicin|Acto Pred with Chlorthalidone|Acto Pred with Primidone|Acto Pred with Roxithromycin|Acto Pred with Bacillus Calmette-Guerin high strength|Acto Pred with Itraconazole|Acto Pred with Phenobarbitone|Acto Pred with Indapamide|Acto Pred with Ritonavir|Acto Pred with Clarithromycin|Acto Pred with Carbamazepine|Acto Pred with Gliclazide
