Solu-Medrol®
Understanding Solu-Medrol®
Solu-Medrol® (methylprednisolone 21) is a corticosteroid used to manage flare-ups in patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and is often administered in combination with other medications to treat MS. It works by preventing the release of inflammatory substances in the body, thereby reducing inflammation and alleviating symptoms during MS exacerbations.
How Solu-Medrol® Works:
- Suppresses inflammation to reduce the severity of MS relapses.
- Helps control immune system overactivity during flare-ups.
- Administered intravenously for rapid symptom relief in acute MS exacerbations.
FDA Approval:
Solu-Medrol® (methylprednisolone 21) is an established FDA-approved corticosteroid used for treating MS relapses and other inflammatory conditions.
Speak with your healthcare provider to determine if Solu-Medrol® is the right treatment option for you.
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WHAT IT TREATS: AsthmaAutoimmune DiseasesCrohn’s Disease (IBD)Hyperemesis GravidarumInflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)LupusMultiple Sclerosis (MS)Myasthenia Gravis (MG)Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD)Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Still’s Disease (AOSD)Systematic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (sJIA)Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Ulcerative Colitis (UC) |
MANUFACTURER: Pfizer |
CLASS: Steroid |
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HOW ADMINISTERED: IV Infusion |
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FREQUENCY: Varies |
Length of infusion: About 60 mins |
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