Acto Pred Tablets 4 Mg (Methylprednisolone)
Price range: $76.08 through $147.60Required
| Pack Size | Price | Unit Price | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 Tablet/s | $76.08 | $0.63 / tablet | ||
| 240 Tablet/s | $111.46 | $0.46 / tablet | ||
| 360 Tablet/s | $147.60 | $0.41 / tablet |
About Acto Pred Tablets 4 Mg (Methylprednisolone)
Medicine information
- Active ingredient
- Methylprednisolone
- Indication
- Treatment of corticosteroid-responsive inflammatory, allergic, autoimmune, rheumatic, dermatologic, respiratory, ophthalmic, gastrointestinal, hematologic, neoplastic, and endocrine disorders.
- Manufacturer
- Ferring Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Packaging
- Strip of 10 tablets
- Strength
- 4 mg
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Route
- Oral
Medicine overview
Acto Pred 4 mg Tablet contains methylprednisolone, a corticosteroid (glucocorticoid) medicine that reduces inflammation and modifies immune-system activity. It is prescribed for a range of conditions in which inflammation or an excessive immune response contributes to symptoms, including certain allergic, rheumatic, respiratory, skin, eye, intestinal, blood, and endocrine disorders. Each oral tablet contains 4 mg of methylprednisolone. The appropriate dose and duration vary considerably according to the condition being treated and the patient's response.
What it is used for
Methylprednisolone is used for corticosteroid-responsive conditions, including severe allergic disorders, asthma and other respiratory conditions, rheumatoid and other rheumatic disorders, inflammatory skin and eye diseases, systemic lupus erythematosus, inflammatory bowel disease, certain blood disorders, and selected endocrine or neoplastic conditions. The specific indication and treatment duration should be determined by the prescriber because corticosteroid requirements vary substantially between conditions.
How it works
Methylprednisolone is a synthetic glucocorticoid, a medicine related to corticosteroid hormones naturally produced by the adrenal glands. It changes the body's immune and inflammatory responses, reducing the production and activity of substances involved in swelling, redness, pain, and allergic reactions. Its immune-suppressing effects can be useful in inflammatory and autoimmune disorders, but they can also reduce the body's ability to respond to infections.
How it is taken
Take Acto Pred 4 mg Tablet by mouth exactly according to the prescribed directions. Methylprednisolone can cause stomach upset, so taking it with food or milk may help. The dose and schedule depend on the condition being treated and must not be changed without medical guidance. Do not suddenly stop methylprednisolone after prolonged or substantial treatment; corticosteroids may need to be reduced gradually to prevent adrenal insufficiency.
Important warnings
Do not use methylprednisolone if you have a known hypersensitivity to the medicine or its formulation ingredients. Systemic corticosteroids are generally contraindicated in systemic fungal infections, and live or live-attenuated vaccines should not be given during immunosuppressive corticosteroid treatment. Methylprednisolone can suppress immune responses, worsen existing infections, mask signs of infection, raise blood glucose and blood pressure, cause fluid retention, affect mood or sleep, increase gastrointestinal ulcer or bleeding risk, weaken bones, and cause eye complications such as cataracts or glaucoma. Longer treatment can suppress normal adrenal function, making abrupt withdrawal potentially dangerous. Extra caution may be required with diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis, gastrointestinal ulcer disease, eye disease, thyroid disease, cirrhosis, or exposure to infections such as chickenpox or measles. Important interactions include CYP3A4 inhibitors or inducers, NSAIDs and aspirin, anticoagulants, antidiabetic medicines, potassium-depleting medicines, immunosuppressants, and vaccines. Seek prompt medical attention for severe allergic reactions, significant infection symptoms, severe abdominal pain or gastrointestinal bleeding, major vision changes, or marked psychiatric or neurological symptoms.
Side effects and monitoring
Common effects can include stomach upset, increased appetite, fluid retention, headache, dizziness, insomnia, mood changes, increased sweating, and changes in blood glucose. Serious or less common problems include severe infection, gastrointestinal ulceration or bleeding, severe mood or psychiatric effects, adrenal suppression, high blood pressure, electrolyte disturbances, muscle weakness, osteoporosis, cataracts, glaucoma, and serious allergic reactions. Longer or higher-dose treatment may require monitoring of blood pressure, blood glucose, electrolytes, growth in children, bone health, eye health, and signs of infection or adrenal suppression, depending on clinical circumstances. Urgent medical assessment is appropriate for breathing difficulty or facial swelling, black or bloody stools, severe infection symptoms, major vision changes, or severe behavioral or mental-status changes.
Pregnancy
Corticosteroid use during pregnancy requires an individual assessment of potential benefit and fetal risk. Adequate controlled human reproductive studies are limited. Infants born to mothers who received substantial corticosteroid doses during pregnancy may need observation for signs of adrenal suppression.
Breastfeeding
Methylprednisolone passes into breast milk in low amounts. Available lactation evidence reports very low infant exposure and no reported adverse effects even after substantially larger intravenous doses than those present in a 4 mg tablet. The need for treatment, dose, duration, and breastfeeding circumstances should still be discussed with a healthcare professional.
Food, drink and interactions
Alcohol can add to stomach and intestinal irritation associated with methylprednisolone. This is particularly relevant for people with a history of ulcers or those also using aspirin or other medicines that can irritate the gastrointestinal tract. Limiting alcohol may be advised.
Food and drink
Methylprednisolone may cause stomach upset and can be taken with food or milk. Depending on the dose and duration, a clinician may recommend changes in sodium, potassium, or protein intake. Follow any dietary instructions given for your treatment.
Storage
Store at controlled room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
Should I take Acto Pred 4 mg with food?
Yes, methylprednisolone may be taken with food or milk to reduce stomach upset. Follow the timing and schedule on your prescription.
Can methylprednisolone make it difficult to sleep?
Yes. Insomnia and other mood or behavioral changes can occur with systemic corticosteroids. Tell your prescriber if these effects become troublesome or severe.
Can I stop Acto Pred as soon as I feel better?
Do not stop it without following your prescriber's instructions. After substantial or prolonged corticosteroid treatment, suddenly stopping can cause adrenal insufficiency and withdrawal symptoms.
What should I do if I miss a methylprednisolone dose?
Follow the instructions supplied with your prescription or ask your pharmacist or prescriber, because methylprednisolone schedules vary considerably. Do not invent a replacement schedule or take extra tablets unless specifically instructed.
Does methylprednisolone lower the immune system?
It can. Corticosteroids modify immune responses and may increase susceptibility to infection, particularly at higher doses or with longer treatment.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Acto Pred?
Alcohol can increase gastrointestinal irritation, and extra caution is appropriate if you have a history of ulcers or take aspirin or similar medicines. Ask your clinician whether alcohol should be limited during your treatment.
Can Cheap Generic Med ship Acto Pred to the United States?
Cheap Generic Med serves the United States under its international shipping model, but product-specific availability is NOT VERIFIED. Prescription and personal-import requirements may also apply, and shipping availability does not guarantee customs clearance or legal import.
Will my Cheap Generic Med order have tracking?
Under the standard international fulfilment model, tracked shipping is used and a tracking number should be provided after dispatch. New tracking numbers may take 24–72 hours to show carrier movement.
Sources
Medical information notice: This information does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Use prescription medicine only as directed by the prescriber and the approved product information.
| Active Ingredients | Methylprednisolone |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ferring Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging | Qty |
| strength | 4mg |
| Delivery Time | 6 To 15 days |
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