Medrol (Methylprednisolone)

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Brand Name: Medrol

Generic Name: Methylprednisolone

Manufacturer/Agent: Pfizer-pharmacia

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Formulation: tabs

Strength: 4mg

Pack size: 30

Trade Price: KES 458.00

Retail Price: @ KES 20.36

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Class: Corticosteroids (Endocrine system drugs)

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Molecular Formulae: C22H30O5 = 374.5

Precautions: Acute infection. care in peptic ulcer, osteoporosis.

Indications/Uses: Anti-inflammatory corticosteroid. cerebral oedema. skin disorders. rheumatoid disease.

Interactions: Phenobarbitone. phenytoin. ephedrine. rifampicin. anticoagulants.

Side Effects: Fluid and electrolyte disturbances. muscle weakness. oedema. hypertension. gastro-intestinal upset. nervousness. insomnia. hypersensitivity reactions.

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