me because I am having problems getting over my strep throat and having irritation in my throat.. However, the description on the box sounds like it has all kinds of side effects, etc...Does anyone know if you have taken this before and will it do the trick for me? Any info will be appreciated
2007-03-15 13:12:16 · 3 answers · asked by Lea 4 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Respiratory Diseases
Methylprednisolone is a steriod. Steriods decrease inflammation. I would assume that it was prescribed to decrease the inflammation in your throat and prevent airway constriction. There are side effects to steriods but they also depend on the dose and duration that you will be using them. Some side effects can be: hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), hypertension (high blood pressure), and make you more susceptible to infection..etc. Although there are side effects its important that you take this medication just as prescribed so that you can prevent inflammation to your airway and also taper the drug as your MD has prescribed! Hope this is helpful! (And that you feel better soon!)
2007-03-15 13:19:42 · answer #1 · answered by Jess 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a question Iv'e never thought about before. I think doctors can prescribe thereself with medication but then again I'm not so sure.. Another doctor might have to do it. I dont think dentists can give there self laughing gas though
2016-03-29 00:27:05 · answer #2 · answered by Kate 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is a well experienced person, and took the right step.
All the side effects you read are for long term use.
For a couple of days they do no harm.
Don't read prescribing literatures, they are meant for health professionals or you can get confused.
2007-03-15 13:25:27 · answer #3 · answered by Dr.Qutub 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋