MP 40 MG INJECTION

MP 40 INJECTION contains Methylprednisolone which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids. It is used to manage problematic conditions of the adrenal glands (such as adrenal insufficiency, congenital adrenal hyperplasia and nonsuppurative thyroiditis).

It can also be used to manage various inflammatory auto-immune disease conditions affecting the bones and joints (Ex. rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis), skin and collagen (Ex. severe erythema multiforme), eyes (Ex. optic neuritis, uveitis or iritis), respiratory tract (Ex. asthma, tuberculosis), blood or blood vessels (Ex. leukemia), bowel and gut (Ex. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) and brain (Ex. tuberculous meningitis).

It is also indicated in the management of drug induced hypersensitivity reactions and in other allergic conditions (such as atopic dermatitis, allergic conjunctivitis and allergic rhinitis). It also helps in the management of graft rejection following organ transplantation, reduce flare-ups of multiple sclerosis and reduces protein loss in urine among patients having kidney problems (such as nephrotic syndrome).

Before receiving MP 40 INJECTION inform your doctor if you any viral infections, or any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have hypertension, diabetes, thyroid deficiency, glaucoma, skin problem, gut inflammation, muscle problems, osteoporosis, any types of tumors or cancer in the body, depression or any other forms of mental illness.

MP 40 INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with severe fungal infections, brain swelling due to malaria, or brain injury or stroke. It should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if it is considered necessary by the physician. Avoid drinking grapefruit juice or eating grapefruit while receiving MP 40 INJECTION as it may lead to unwanted side effects.

The most common side effects of receiving MP 40 INJECTION are high blood pressure, swelling of body parts, muscle cramps or weakness, skin thinning, feeling sad or depressed and slowed growth in children. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.