MethylprednisoloneTablet

Presentation

Mepcort 4 Tablet: Each film coated tablet contains Methylprednisolone USP 4 mg.

Mepcort 8 Tablet: Each film coated tablet contains Methylprednisolone USP 8 mg.

Mepcort 16 Tablet: Each film coated tablet contains Methylprednisolone USP 16 mg.

Description

Methylprednisolone Tablets contain methylprednisolone which is a glucocorticoid. Glucocorticoids are adrenocortical steroids, both naturally occurring and synthetic, which are readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Methylprednisolone occurs as a white to practically white, odorless, crystalline powder. It is sparingly soluble in alcohol, in dioxane, and in methanol, slightly soluble in acetone, and in chloroform, and very slightly soluble in ether. It is practically insoluble in water.

Therapeutic Class: Intermediate acting steroid

Prescribing Information