And the first two doses are in the morning, before breakfast. I was wondering if anyone else has taken this before, and if so....how long should I/Do I have to wait before eating?
2007-12-21 00:22:48 · 3 answers · asked by Babyboyduejuly21 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
No, my doctor said that I should take it with milk at first and then the rest of the day is with food.
2007-12-21 00:35:35 · update #1
Methylprednisolone is in a class of drugs called steroids. Methylprednisolone reduces swelling and decreases the body's immune response.
Methylprednisolone is used to treat many different conditions. It is used to treat endocrine (hormonal) disorders when the body does not produce enough of its own steroids. It is also used to treat many immune and allergic disorders, such as arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, asthma, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease.
Take methylprednisolone exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more or less than is prescribed for you. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Take each oral dose with a full glass of water. Take oral methylprednisolone with food or milk to lessen stomach upset.
Methylprednisolone is also available as an injection. Your healthcare provider will administer injectable methylprednisolone. If you are using injectable methylprednisolone at home, your healthcare provider will give you detailed instructions regarding preparation, administration, and storage of the medication.
If you are taking one dose daily, take that dose before 9 a.m. if possible, to follow the body's natural cycle. If you take more than one dose daily, space the doses evenly throughout the day as directed by your doctor.
Do not stop taking methylprednisolone suddenly if you have been taking it for a few weeks. You may need a gradual reduction in dosage before you stop taking this medication.
For further details you may like to know please see the website - http://health.yahoo.com/hormone-medications/methylprednisolone/healthwise--d00293a1.html-
2007-12-21 01:50:34 · answer #1 · answered by Jayaraman 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like an offshoot of PREDNISONE which is a steroid and if that is the case you should not take it on an emty stomach. I would defintely ask a doctor to be sure though.
2007-12-21 00:33:29 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like a steroid..i would assume you take with food..therefore milk or food is okay..but it has to be a meal,not just a slice of bread or anything of that matter..speak with your pharmacist,they would be able to further assist you..good luck~
2007-12-21 01:12:40 · answer #3 · answered by EVMMommy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋