Zempred 8 Tablet (Methylprednisolone 8mg)

Medical Description

Zempred 8 tablet contains Methylprednisolone. It is a corticosteroid that belongs to a class of steroid medicines. It is used in various allergic conditions like skin allergies, asthma and lung-related problems. Zempred 8mg Tablet works by suppressing the immune response in allergies. Take this medicine in a dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it if you are allergic to steroids, pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Zempred 8 MG

For various allergic ailments like asthma, skin allergies, and lung-related problems.
For relieving pain and swelling of joints in arthritis, gout, spondylitis, and bursitis.
As an anti-inflammatory agent for treating inflammation and swelling in different parts of the body.
For the treatment of various autoimmune disorders related to muscle, skin, lungs, blood formation, intestine, gut and joints.
For certain types of cancers like blood cancer and cancer-associated with the lymphatic system.
During surgeries, injuries, trauma and transplants to modify the immune response.
To boost steroid levels when the body is not making enough natural steroid hormone on its own.

Contraindications of Zempred 8 MG

If you are allergic to this medicine, steroids or any other components of this medicine.
If you have any severe fungal infection, such as infection of the lungs, throat or food pipe.
If you have any other infection and you are not taking any antibiotics or antiviral medicine to treat that infection.
If you recently had or have an upcoming vaccination scheduled.

Side effects of Zempred 8 MG

Increased susceptibility for infections
A rise in blood pressure
Bleeding stomach ulcers
Bloating and increased water retention in the body
Mood disorders
Muscle weakness and delayed growth in children
Eye disorders like cataracts
Thinning of skin and acne
Delayed wound healing

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You experience any skin allergies and rise in blood sugar levels or you are diabetic.
You are experiencing mood disturbances, fits and other psychiatric problems including suicidal thoughts.
You are experiencing visual disturbances and eye infections. Upon long-term use, there is a probability that you may develop a cataract.
Zempred 8 tablet can make you more prone to infections, in case you already have an infection like a fungal infection, you have measles or chickenpox, or you are taking medicines to suppress the immune response. It is advisable to discuss your condition with a doctor.
You are elderly, you have a heart problem, high blood pressure and cholesterol, blood clotting problems, liver and kidney diseases.
It can impair the fertility of an individual.
Zempred 8 tablet may cause inflammation and swelling in different parts of your gut like the stomach, pancreas and can also cause ulcers.
Children and adolescents receiving steroids should be observed for growth abnormalities as steroids can retard the growth.

Mode of Action of Zempred 8 MG

How Does It Work?
Methylprednisolone is a man-made steroid. Steroids are hormones produced in the human body and responsible for normal body functions. It acts by suppressing the immune response in allergies and inflammation during organ transplantation. It can also delay the progress of leukaemia (blood cancer) and is critical in the maintenance of normal body functions during stress.

Directions for Use of Zempred 8 MG

Take Zempred 8 tablet with water, preferably after meals as prescribed by your doctor.

Interactions of Zempred 8 MG

Interactions with other medicines
You may require a stronger dose of Zempred 8 tablet in case you are taking anti-tubercular medicines like Rifampicin, antibiotics like Rifabutin, medicines to treat fits like Phenobarbital and Phenytoin.
Concomitant use of antibiotic medicine like Troleandomycin & Isoniazid, blood pressure medicine like Mibefradil and ulcer medicine like Cimetidine can lead to steroid toxicity.
If you are taking medicines such as Carbamazepine used to treat fits, medicine like Aprepitant to stop vomiting, antifungal medicines like Itraconazole, medicines used to treat blood pressure and angina like Diltiazem, oral contraceptive medicines like Ethinyl estradiol and Norethindrone, antibiotics like Erythromycin and Clarithromycin, immunosuppressants like Ciclosporin and Tacrolimus, you are more likely to experience side effects of either of the medicine.
There is an increased risk of stomach bleeding if you are taking painkillers or aspirin along with Zempred 8 tablet.
Medicines used to treat muscle disorders (myasthenia gravis) such as Distigmine, Neostigmine, and Pancuronium, if taken along, can lead to muscle weakness.
It would help if you were cautious while taking any anti-diabetic medicine, medicines to stop blood clotting, water pills, and aminoglutethimide
Interactions with food items
Grapefruit Juice should be avoided while taking Zempred 8 tablet.

Storage and disposal of Zempred 8 MG

Store Zempred 8 tablet at room temperature and away from sunlight, heat and moisture
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets
It should be kept in the packaging provided

Dosage of Zempred 8 MG

Overdose
Taking more than the prescribed dose can cause side effects, which can become severe over time. You must seek immediate medical assistance in case you take an excess of Zempred 8 tablet.
Missed a Dose
The missed dose should be taken immediately, as soon as you remember. If it’s already time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow the normal medicine schedule.