Group 2 - Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol) Flashcards
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Drug Class?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Drug Class:
- Steroid
- Anti-inflammatory
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Mechanism of Action (MOA)?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Mechanism of Action (MOA):
- Stabilizes cellular and intracelluar membranes
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Indications?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Indications:
- Reactive airway disease (emphysema, chronic bronchitis, asthma)
- Anaphylaxis
- Burns involving the airway
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Contraindications?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Contraindications:
- Preterm infants
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Adverse Reactions?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Adverse Reactions:
- None
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Adult Dose?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Adult Dose:
- 125 mg slow IV bolus
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Pediatric Dose?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Pediatric Dose:
- 2 - 4 mg/kg slow IV bolus
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Onset?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Onset:
- 1 - 6 hours
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Peak Effects?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Peak Effects:
- 8 hours
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Duration of Action?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
Duration of Action:
- 18 - 36 hours
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
AZ Drug Box Minimum Supply?
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate (Solu-Medrol)
AZ Drug Box Minimum Supply:
- 250 mg