Acto Pred Tablets 16 Mg

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS3589

USA Brand Name

Meprolonel

Strength

16mg

Generic Name

Methylprednisolone

Manufacturer

Ferring Pharmaceuticals

## Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone)

## What Is The Generic Name For Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet:

Methylprednisolone is the generic version for Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone):

Meprolonel

## About Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone)

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Methylprednisolone, which is used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions, allergic states, Asthma, Rheumatic disorders, Skin problems, Eye disorders, Nephrotic syndrome. An allergy is the body’s way of responding to any foreign substance. The immune system produces a response by releasing antibodies called immunoglobulin E (IgE) to the foreign substance. The foreign substance could be not dangerous or could cause minimal to a serious allergic response in the body. Asthma is a chronic disease which causes inflammation & narrowing of the air passage of the lungs (bronchi) obstructing the airflow & making breathing difficult. Nephrotic syndrome is a disorder of the kidney which is characterized by too much protein in the urine, low albumin levels in the blood & swelling in legs, feet & ankles. It may be caused due to disease of the kidney like focal segmental glomerulosclerosis, minimal-change nephropathy or due to diseases affecting the body like diabetes and lupus. In this condition the small blood vessels in the kidneys are damaged. This medicine is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, & medical supply stores & must be taken strictly by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Ferring Pharmaceuticals Ltd is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet.

## Strength :

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet contains an active constituent, Methylprednisolone (16 Mg). It is obtainable in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone):

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Acute Gout

Psoriasis

Nephrotic syndrome

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Asthma

Osteoarthritis

Bursitis

Lichen simplex chronicus

Lichen Planus

Keloids

Granuloma annulare

Multiple sclerosis

Allergic rhinitis

Tendonitis

Synovitis

Dermatitis

Eczema

## How Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone) Works:

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet has an active ingredient; Methylprednisolone is a steroid which runs by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body which cause inflammation (redness and swelling) & allergies.

## Before You Use Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone):

Make sure that:

Y ou are not allergic to Methylprednisolone

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must be learned about your medicinal history like your pre- existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking live vaccination

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone):

You should not take Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have liver problems

Have kidney problems

Have Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura

Have diabetes

Have gastrointestinal disease

Have decreased bone density

Are pregnant

Have fungal infections

Are breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to the Tablet

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Have Liver disease

Have infections

## Dosage :

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Methylprednisolone, which is used in the treatment of severe allergic reactions, allergic states, Asthma, Rheumatic disorders, Skin problems, Eye disorders, Nephrotic syndrome.. This medicine is available in different substitutes & strengths & has got to be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You must consult your physician for adjustment of dosage & time of the medicine because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be best judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet at a fixed time with food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet regularly on time for better results.

## How Much Of The Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone) to Be Used:

As Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet. You must not take the Tablet on your own & for longer period than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone):

Take Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take in the Tablet as a whole. You are suggested not to chew, crush or break the Tablet. Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet is to be taken with food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. You must avoid taking dietary sodium with this medicine.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone):

You are always advised to take Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. You must strictly follow all the directions given by your doctor. You must not take the Tablet in larger or smaller quantity or for longer period than suggested by your doctor.

## Overdose :

You must seek medical emergency treatment and/ or contact your medical doctor instantly in case of any overdose symptoms. Emergency treatment will be initiated immediately by your medical doctor if they observe overdose symptoms.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the Tablet should be administered as soon as possible. You must strictly skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next planned dosage. It is advised not to double the dosage of the treatment to make up for the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet (Methylprednisolone):

Aggression or anger

Decreased urine output

Dizziness

Headache

Difficulty in breathing

Change in mood

Increased appetite

Skin thinning

Increased risk of infection

Reduction in bone density

Weight gain

Stomach upset

Behavioural changes

Increased glucose level in blood

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet. These interactions may generate some needless or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always have a conversation with your doctor if you are taking other prescription/ Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

R oxithromycin

Itraconazole

Phenobarbitone

Glimepiride

Gliclazide

Magnesium Hydroxide

Ethinyl Estradiol

Azole antifungal agents

Antihypertensives

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

It can also interact with following disease condition:

Kidney Disease

Liver Disease

Diabetes

Gastrointestinal bleeding

## Warning And Precaution:

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Kidney/ Liver disease

You must not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding

You must not drive or operate heavy machinery at the same time as taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness

Always consult with your medical doctor straight away to get best possible treatment if you are observing the above mentioned conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep the Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet out of reach and sight of the children

This medicine is strictly used with caution for treatment of children and elderly

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of harmful effects on the unborn baby

You must always check up the information in particular written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine

Always consult your medical doctor if you have any uncertainty in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet should be taken as recommended by your doctor. Do not take this prescription for longer period than suggested by the medical doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Acto Pred 16 Mg Tablet at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Tablet is intact & not damaged while purchasing or storing.