Duralone 16mg Tablet
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Medicine Overview of Duralone Tablet
Uses of Duralone Tablet
Duralone 16mg Tablet is used in the treatment of severe allergic reaction, allergic disorders, asthma, rheumatic disorder, skin disorders, eye disorders and nephrotic syndrome.
Side effects of Duralone Tablet
Common
Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Increased glucose level in blood, Skin scar, Altered bone growth, Cataract, Behavioural changes.
How to use Duralone Tablet
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. It is better to take Duralone 16mg Tablet with food.
Avoid Duralone 16mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
Avoid Duralone 16mg Tablet with dietary sodium.
How Duralone Tablet works
Methylprednisolone belongs to a group of medicines called as corticosteroids. It increases the level of corticosteroid, which are naturally present in the body and thereby controls inflammation. It has anti-inflammatory, metabolic, immune, and hormonal effects on the body..
In Depth Information on Duralone Tablet
Expert advice for Duralone Tablet
Do not take the medicine:
- If you are allergic to it or to any other content in the medicine.
- If you have a serious infection, particularly in the lungs or esophagus, that is untreated.
- If you are suffering from any infection.
- If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
- If you are taking antibiotics for any infection, pain killers or contraceptive pills or any medication for heart disease or peptic ulcer.
- If you are going to undergo any laboratory test.
Warnings
Special precautions for Duralone 16mg Tablet
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Duralone 16mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor....
+moreAnimal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
SAFE
Duralone 16mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation.
Human
+more studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.
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Driving
Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Undesirable effects, such as dizziness, vertigo, visual disturbances and fatigue are possible after treatment with Duralone 16mg Tablet. This may affect your driving ability....
+moreUndesirable effects, such as dizziness, vertigo, visual disturbances and fatigue are possible after treatment with Duralone 16mg Tablet. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE
Duralone 16mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Duralone 16mg Tablet is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease....
+moreHowever, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Duralon
+moree 16mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
...Severely interacts with other drugs like
Gli 2mg Tablet, Glisen 1mg Tablet, Reclide 40 Tablet, Onitraz 100mg Capsule
Patient Concerns
Frequently asked questions for Duralone 16mg Tablet
Frequently asked questions for Methylprednisolone
Duralone is a corticosteroid/steroid drug. It is not an antibiotic
No. Duralone is not a narcotic or an addictive drug
Q. Can I take Duralone if I have high blood pressure?
You can take Duralone if you have high blood pressure, only when prescribed by your doctor. It is prescribed in such situation when benefit outweighs the risk
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