Kelipred-16
- Manufacturer: Kelps Healthcare Private Limited
- Category: Gynae Care, KELPS
- Pack Size: 10*10 ALU ALU
- Availability: 10
Product Details
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30049099
Kelipred-16 Tablets
Composition:
- Methylprednisolone Tablets I.P. 16 mg
Description:
Kelipred-16 Tablets contain Methylprednisolone, a corticosteroid used for managing severe inflammatory and autoimmune conditions. It provides effective relief from inflammation, allergic reactions, and immune-mediated disorders by suppressing the body’s inflammatory response.
Mechanism of Action:
Methylprednisolone acts by inhibiting the release of inflammatory mediators such as prostaglandins and cytokines. It reduces leukocyte infiltration at the site of inflammation and suppresses immune responses, thereby decreasing swelling, redness, and pain.
Uses:
- Severe allergic conditions
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Asthma and COPD exacerbations
- Skin disorders
- Autoimmune diseases
- Inflammatory conditions
Side Effects:
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
- Mood swings
- Gastric irritation
- Long-term use: adrenal suppression, osteoporosis
Precautions:
- Do not stop abruptly (dose tapering required)
- Use cautiously in infections
- Monitor blood sugar levels
- Long-term therapy should be supervised
- Caution in children and elderly patients