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Solumedrol (Methylprednisolone) Flashcards

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Therapeutic Effects of Solumedrol

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Synthetic glucocorticoid used as antiinflammatory or immunosuppressive agent
Not used to manage adrenal insufficiency

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Indications for Solumedrol

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Wheezing

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Contraindications of Solumedrol

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Corticosteroid hypersensitivity

Fungal infection

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Side Effects of Solumedrol

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HTN
Decreased wound healing
Fluid Retention
Increase risk of infection
Muscle weakness
Osteoporosis
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Adult Dose for Solumedrol

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125mg IV or IM

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Pediatric Dose for Solumedrol

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0.5-1mg/kg IV or IM

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