Manufacturers

Elixir Life Care Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Methylprednisolone (4mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Treatment of Allergic conditions Meplix 4mg Tablet is used to treat different inflammatory and allergic conditions including arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis which affect the skin, blood, eyes, lungs, stomach, and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.u003cbr>This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.

Benefits

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Meplix 4mg Tablet is to be taken with food.u003cbr>Avoid Meplix 4mg Tablet with dietary sodium.

Description

Meplix 4mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat a wide variety of medical conditions such as severe allergic conditions, asthma, rheumatic disorder, skin and eye disorders, and systemic lupus erythematosus. It provides relief by preventing the release of substances that cause inflammation.Meplix 4mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. The dose and duration will depend on what you are being treated for. You should always take the amount prescribed. Do not take a larger dose or use it more often. Keep taking it regularly even if you feel well. Some conditions will become worse if you stop using this medicine.The most common side effects of this medicine include skin thinning, increased risk of infection, reduction in bone density, and mood changes. If these side effects bother you or do not go away, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. The use of this medicine may lower your ability to fight infections so avoid being near people who might pass on infections such as measles, chickenpox, or flu.Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have brittle bones (osteoporosis), mood disorders, high blood pressure, or liver disease. Also, tell your doctor if you have diabetes, this medicine may increase blood glucose levels which can cause or worsen diabetes. Many other drugs may affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all other medicines you are using, to make sure it is safe. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Meplix 4mg Tablet is to be taken with food.u003cbr>Avoid Meplix 4mg Tablet with dietary sodium.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Meplix 4mg Tablet. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Meplix 4mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Meplix 4mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Meplix 4mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Undesirable effects, such as dizziness, vertigo, visual disturbances and fatigue are possible after treatment with Meplix 4mg Tablet. This may affect your driving ability. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Meplix 4mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Meplix 4mg Tablet is recommended.However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Meplix 4mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Meplix 4mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging Detail

strip of 10 tablets

Package

Strip

Qty

10

Product Form

Tablet

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Glucocorticoids|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: HORMONES

Primary Use

Treatment of Allergic conditions|Treatment of Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)|Treatment of Skin disorders|Treatment of Eye disorders|Treatment of Rheumatic disorder

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Treatment of Allergic conditions|Treatment of Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)|Treatment of Skin disorders|Treatment of Eye disorders|Treatment of Rheumatic disorder

Common Side Effect

Thinning of skin | Increased risk of infection | Reduction in bone density | Mood changes | Upset stomach | Behavioral changes

Alcoholinteraction

UNSAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liverinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Manufacturer Address

No: 260, Sydenhams Road, Choolai, Chennai - 600112, India

Q A

Q. What is Meplix 4mg Tablet used for?::: Meplix 4mg Tablet has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat conditions like allergic conditions, anaphylaxis, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory skin diseases. It is also helpful in treating autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage) and certain eye disorders.| Q. How does Meplix 4mg Tablet work?::: Meplix 4mg Tablet works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. In addition to that, it stops the autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.| Q. Is Meplix 4mg Tablet effective?::: Meplix 4mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Meplix 4mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.| Q. When will I feel better after taking Meplix 4mg Tablet?::: Meplix 4mg Tablet effectively treats pain and inflammation. However, its effect may vary from person to person, depending on the condition you are being treated for and also your body weight. Your doctor will prescribe you Meplix 4mg Tablet in the dose that suits your requirement. Do not alter your dose thinking that a higher dose will provide faster relief. Rather, you may end up having undesirable side effects. Be patient, and follow your doctor’s instructions regarding the use of Meplix 4mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if you do not see improvement in your condition even after completing the full course of treatment.| Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Meplix 4mg Tablet?::: If you forget a dose of Meplix 4mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose on the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.| Q. Is Meplix 4mg Tablet safe?::: Meplix 4mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

How It Works

Meplix 4mg Tablet is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.

Interaction

Meplix 4mg Tablet & Glystal 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & Acarboz 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & Acarsafe 50 Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & AC 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & Glubose 25mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & K Carb 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & Asucrose 25mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & Cgbose 25mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & Cgbose 50mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients. | Meplix 4mg Tablet & Discarb 25mg Tablet :

It is recommended to monitor the blood glucose level regularly as cases of high blood sugar levels have been seen in some patients.

Marketer Details

Elixir Life Care Pvt Ltd | No: 260, Sydenhams Road, Choolai, Chennai - 600112, India

Reference

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