Depo Medrol (Methylprednisolone)


Brand Name: Depo Medrol

Generic Name: Methylprednisolone

Manufacturer/Agent: Pfizer-pharmacia


Formulation: inj

Strength: 40mg/ml 5ml

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 2,230.00

Retail Price: @ KES 2,973.33


Class: Corticosteroids (Endocrine system drugs)

Mechanism of Action:


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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.