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Methylprednisolone (Solu-Medrol) Flashcards

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Actions

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Anti-inflammatory

CNS stimulant

Increases sodium an water reabsorption and potassium excretion

Stimulates gluconeogensis

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Class

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Synthetic Glucocorticosteroid

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Indictions

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Life-threatening shock states

Refractory bronchial asthma

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Contraindications

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None

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Dosage

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Adult: 125-250 mg IV slowly over 3 min

Peds: 30mg/kg IV slowly

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Side Effects

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Euphoria, hypertension, CHF, edema, hypokalemia, hypernatermia, hyperglycemia

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Considerations

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Administer w/caution to diabetes mellitus

Do not mix w/any medication

Sensitive to extremes in temp

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