Methylprednisone (Solu-medrol) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations

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What is the Generic Name for Solu-medrol?

methylprednisone

What is the Trade Name for methylprednisone?

Solu-medrol

What are the Indications of Methylprednisone (Solu-medrol) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?

Inflammation, allergy, autoimmune disorders, prevent organ rejection

What are the Actions of Methylprednisone (Solu-medrol) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?

Suppress inflammation and normal immune response. The adrenal glands excrete steroid hormones that play a role in increasing blood sugars, immune suppression, and metabolism of fat, protein, and carbohydrates, as well as decreasing bone formation.

What is the Therapeutic Class of Methylprednisone (Solu-medrol) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?

antiasthmatics, corticosteroids

What is the Pharmacologic Class of Methylprednisone (Solu-medrol) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?

corticosteroids

What are the Nursing Considerations of Methylprednisone (Solu-medrol) Nursing Pharmacology Considerations?

avoid in active untreated infections
may cause CNS alterations
may cause peptic ulcers
may cause Cushingoid appearance (buffalo hump, moon face)
weight gain
osteoporosis
decrease wound healing
may elevate blood sugars
may increase cholesterol and lipid values
depress immune system/report signs of infection (sore throat)
avoid grapefruit juice

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