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| Product Name | Depo-Medrol 400 Mg/10 Ml Vial |
| Active Ingredient | Methylprednisolone Acetate |
| Mechanism of Action | Inhibits inflammatory mediators, suppresses immune response, stabilizes cell membranes |
| Drug Class | Corticosteroid |
| Strength | 400 mg/10 mL (40 mg/mL) |
| Volume | 10 mL |
| Route of Administration | Intramuscular (IM), intra-articular, intralesional |
| Common Side Effects | Injection site pain, insomnia, mood changes, gastrointestinal discomfort, fluid retention |
| Serious Adverse Effects | Adrenal suppression, osteoporosis, hyperglycemia, hypertension, increased infection risk |
| Precautions | Use with caution in diabetes, hypertension, osteoporosis, and peptic ulcer disease |
| Packaging | Single-use vial containing 10 mL suspension |
| Administration Instructions | Shake well before use, administer using aseptic technique |
| Indications | Inflammatory and autoimmune disorders, arthritis, bursitis, allergic conditions, dermatologic diseases, endocrine disorders |
Description
Depo-Medrol (methylprednisolone acetate) 400 mg/10 mL vial is a corticosteroid injection used for the treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. It is indicated for conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, allergic disorders, dermatologic diseases, and endocrine disorders. The formulation provides a sustained release of methylprednisolone, allowing for prolonged anti-inflammatory effects.
The mechanism of action involves inhibition of inflammatory mediators, suppression of immune responses, and stabilization of cell membranes. By reducing leukocyte infiltration and cytokine production, Depo-Medrol effectively decreases swelling, pain, and tissue damage in affected areas. The extended-release formulation ensures a gradual and prolonged therapeutic effect, making it suitable for intra-articular, intramuscular, and soft tissue administration.
Common adverse effects include injection site pain, fluid retention, insomnia, mood changes, and gastrointestinal discomfort. Prolonged use may result in adrenal suppression, osteoporosis, hyperglycemia, and increased susceptibility to infections. Patients with diabetes, hypertension, or peptic ulcer disease require careful monitoring due to potential exacerbation of underlying conditions.
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The cost of Depo-Medrol 400 Mg/10 ML Vial is $$139.92
Depo-Medrol 400 Mg/10 ML Vial is manufactured by Pfizer.
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