Triamcinolone vs methylprednisolone

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Avatar m tn for 3 weeks i dont feel getting any better after i tried levofloxacin , applying Methylprednisolone aceponate gel , metronidazole, antifungal (containing nystatin , neomycin sulfate, triamcinolone acetonide) gel. my sack looks very loose.
Avatar m tn Decadron® (dexamethasone) 4 mg is not the therapeutic equivalent of Kenalog® (triamcinolone acetonide) 80 mg. Using the Lexi-Calc corticosteroid conversion formula, the ratio of the 2 would be close to 5:1. So it would take Decadron® (dexamethasone) 16 mg to be approximately the equivalent of Kenalog® (triamcinolone acetonide) 80 mg.
Avatar f tn NEW YORK (AP) — Two more drugs from a specialty pharmacy linked to a meningitis outbreak are now being investigated, U.S. health officials said, as they urged doctors to contact patients who got any kind of injection from the company. The New England Compounding Center of Framingham, Mass., has been under scrutiny since last month, when a rare fungal form of meningitis was linked to its steroid shots used mostly for back pain.
Avatar n tn After 2 years of suffering from rectal itching, I was diagnosed by a surgeon with puritus ani. I tried every suggestion for diet modification; no alchohol, caffiene, citric acid, spicy food, fried food, tomato based food, dairy, even limited red meat. I treat the area gently, don't over clean, shower after bowel movements, drink lots of water, added fiber with metamucil, and protect the area with desitin baby rash ointment, (zinc oxide cream).
Avatar m tn To compare the efficacy, tolerability, and safety of IV methylprednisolone (IV MP) vs oral methylprednisolone (oMP) at equivalent high doses in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) experiencing a recent relapse. Methods: Patients with a clinical relapse within the previous 2 weeks and at least 1 gadolinium (Gd)-enhancing lesion on a screening brain MRI scan were included.
635835 tn?1272539383 //www.medhelp.org/posts/Multiple-Sclerosis/Oral-steroids-Vs-IV-for-a-relapse/show/1096734 http://www.medhelp.org/posts/Multiple-Sclerosis/Methylprednisolone-Oral-Course-for-Exacerbations/show/617994 However, I understand that you're in a bind over this. You can't very well dictate treatment to a neuro and expect to have a good future relationship. I don't suppose there's any way you could go to an ER?
1448748 tn?1312956208 When the study originated, many doctors were treating the condition with oral corticosteroids. The study looked at oral prednisone vs. high-dose intravenous methylprednisolone vs. placebo and found that the IV methylprednisolone followed by a tapering course of oral prednisone accelerated visual recovery by a few weeks. Recovery of vision occurs with or without treatment. The investigators found that the choice of regimen has no effect on final visual outcome.
Avatar n tn The effectiveness is the same for the same dose. The problem is that the largest oral pills are 50 mg. You have to take 20 to get a 1000mg dose. The reason that most neuros choose IVSM is that is is fast and relatively inexpensive. It is the preferred route in a hospital setting. A Medrol Oral Dose Pak is not as effective as the 500-1000mg IV dose. Route make no difference since the Glucocorticosteroid is readily absorbed through the gut.
1663162 tn?1302923616 Methylprednisolone is a synthetic (man-made) corticosteroid. Corticosteroids are naturally-occurring chemicals produced by the adrenal glands located adjacent to the kidneys. Corticosteroids affect metabolism in various ways and modify the immune system. Corticosteroids also block inflammation and are used in a wide variety of inflammatory diseases affecting many organs. PRESCRIPTION: Yes GENERIC AVAILABLE: Yes PREPARATIONS: Tablets: 2, 4, 8, 16, 24, and 32 mg.
Avatar n tn Since then I have been to the doctor monthly for a dexamethasone shot and either a prednisone or a methylprednisolone course. My (3rd) family doctor want me to see a pulmonologist but I swear its not my lungs. I have been told, bronchitis, reactive airway disease and asthma but nothing for sure just "possibly". I will give you the run down..
Avatar f tn Seems a few of my issues are focused in that area.I read that there is a whole separate issue of MS-brainstem vs MS-general, regarding diagnoses... Curious how this translates in people's symptoms and dx. Will get full report of tests (BAER) next week. Thanks!
Avatar m tn Visual diagnosis 3 years ago as plaque psoriasis in the genital area and prescribed Triamcinolone cream 1%. When I felt itchy, I began using the cream immediately. Within a week to 2 weeks of using a small amount of the cream daily my skin healed. Unfortunately it would recur within about a month. Visited derm dr. recently and he diagnosed as herpes. I have not used the cream and have had a lot of pain and outbreak in the same 2 sites.
Avatar n tn It stayed for a week and a half and her Primary care doctor gave her an oral steriod (methylprednisolone). a couple of days later the rash went away. 3 days after her last dose the rash has come back and is still spreading. We are getting tested but are so scared right now. No other symptome like fever or anything else that i have read about. Can it come and go with the medicine she took? She developed the rash aprox Dec 5th and still has it. PLEASE PLEASE Give us any information you can.
Avatar n tn For three months now I have been suffering tremendously and still need to go back to th doctor as the rash comes back after the Prednisone wears off. I have already contacted VS and so far, they said the are sending me an envelope for me to send them my presumably formaldehyde-poisoned bras! I would really appreciate any information on who to contact.
Avatar f tn I received my weekly allergy shots today (8/12/11) and a doctor in the office prescribed me methylprednisolone tablets to clear up poison ivy. I am to start the methylprednisolone tomorrow, but wanted to know if it was ok to take with the allergy shots. The pharmacist I talked to was not very convincing when she said it "should" be alright.
Avatar m tn ) But how serious is an allergic reaction to triamcinolone? Or is it the combination of lidocaine and triamcinolone that caused the mess?
Avatar m tn My neuro has given me oral methylprednisolone in tablet form to take in case of a relapse. I have requested for the tablets as I live in a third-world country and to get the IV medrol is not always accessible. Here is my dilemma: Each tablet is 16mg. If I get an acute relapse, I need to take 500mg per day for 5 days. This means that I will have to take approximately 31 tablets per day for 5 days (then taper down).
Avatar n tn Have their been any studies regarding the use of methylprednisolone for the cessation of PVC's? I have significant PVC's that I feel throughout the day and evening. A few months ago I came down with a bad cold and ended up with bronchitis. I was prescribed the methylprednisolone pack and within a few days, all PVC's stopped! This lasted for two months during which time I resumed drinking two to three cups of caffeinated coffee per day.
739536 tn?1265669359 The injection consists of a mixture of local anesthetic such as lidocaine or bupivacaine and the a steroid such as triamcinolone, Aristocort or methylprednisolone, Depo-medrol or Celestone-Soluspan. It is usually the treating physicians choice. Be sure you research the procedure and be aware of all the possible side effects. Many ppl have these procedures without any side effects but some do experience them.
Avatar m tn I was prescribed Methylprednisolone (pak) and I've taken 4 out of the 6 pills in the first line so far, two per dose. It was prescribed for ear congestion. Now I'm having joint/muscle pain and muscle weakness. Is this a normal side effect and not cause for concern? Or should I contact a doctor?
Avatar f tn I'm 19 years old. I've had 3 ringworm outbreaks in less than a year, but I'm still not sure if it's ringworm. It always starts out with 1, 2, or 3 small red bumps. All the bumps have a white head and can be ruptured. If i scratch it or rupture the bumps by applying cream, it spreads. It is itchy, but only sometimes. But it never forms a circle. The bumps itself is in a circular form, but it is just a cluster of small raised bumps, not a ring with a clear center.
Avatar n tn Hi, i have a dry red area on the head of my penis. I'm not circumcised. It has been like this for maybe 4mths and was probably caused by not using a condom. In the past i treated it with Canestan cream and it stopped it drying out but was occasionally itchy. It never quit so i saw a doctor who put me on some tablets (sorry don't have name) and i had to apply triamcinolone acetonide lotion twice a day after showering.