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Why should Medrol not be prescribed?Medrol should not be used if you have a fungal infection or if you are sensitive to or allergic to steroids (corticosteroids). Special warnings about MedrolThe 24-milligram Medrol tablet contains FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine), which has caused allergic reactions (including asthma) in some people. Although this is rare, it is more common in people who are sensitive to aspirin. Medrol can alter the way your body responds to unusual stress. If you are injured, need surgery, or develop an acute illness, inform your doctor. Your dosage may need to be increased. You should avoid immunization shots with live or live, attenuated vaccines while taking high doses of Medrol, because Medrol can suppress the immune system. Immunization with killed or inactivated vaccines is safe, but may have diminished effect. Long-term use of Medrol may cause cataracts, glaucoma (increased eye pressure), and eye infections. Large doses of Medrol may cause high blood pressure, salt and water retention, and potassium and calcium loss. It may be necessary to restrict your salt intake and take a potassium supplement. Medrol may reactivate dormant cases of tuberculosis. If you have inactive tuberculosis and must take Medrol for an extended period of time, your doctor will prescribe anti-TB medication as well. Medrol should be used cautiously if you have an underactive thyroid, liver cirrhosis, or herpes simplex (virus) infection of the eye. This medication may aggravate existing emotional problems or cause new ones. You may experience euphoria (an exaggerated sense of well-being) and difficulty sleeping, mood swings, or mental problems. If you have any changes in mood, contact your doctor. People taking corticosteroids, such as Medrol, have developed Kaposi"s sarcoma, a form of cancer. Medrol should also be taken with caution if you have any of the following conditions: Long-term use of Medrol can slow the growth and development of infants and children. Use aspirin cautiously with Medrol if you have a blood-clotting disorder. Avoid exposure to chickenpox and measles. Possible food and drug interactions when taking MedrolIf Medrol is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either drug could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Medrol with the following: Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeedingIf you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, tell your doctor immediately. There is no information about the safety of Medrol during pregnancy. Babies born to mothers who have taken doses of Medrol (corticosteroids) during pregnancy should be carefully watched for adrenal problems. Medrol may appear in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. If Medrol is essential to your health, your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding until your treatment with Medrol is finished. Recommended dosageThe starting dose of Medrol tablets may vary from 4 milligrams to 48 milligrams per day, depending on the specific problem being treated. Once you"ve shown a satisfactory response, the doctor will gradually lower the dosage to the smallest effective amount. If you are taking Medrol for an extended period, the doctor may instruct you to take the drug only every other day, at twice your daily dosage. For a worsening of multiple sclerosis, the dosage is 160 milligrams a day for one week, then 64 milligrams every other day for a month. OverdosageAny medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose of Medrol, seek medical treatment immediately. Where can I get more information about Medrol Medrol ? 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