Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid hormone used to treat various conditions, including arthritis, blood disorders, severe allergic reactions, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/kidney/intestinal diseases, and immune system disorders
. It works by decreasing the immune system's response to various diseases, reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, and allergic-type reactions
. Some of the conditions methylprednisolone is used to treat are:
- Endocrine diseases
- Severe allergies
- Ulcerative colitis
- Multiple sclerosis
- Rheumatic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
Methylprednisolone is available as a tablet for oral administration, and it is typically taken as prescribed by a doctor
. The drug is also available in other forms, such as injectable suspension and injectable solution, which are given by a healthcare professional
. Methylprednisolone helps control inflammation and modify the body's immune response, reducing the inflammation caused by various conditions
. After taking a dose of methylprednisolone, the drug may last up to 19 hours in the body
