Can I Take Methylprednisolone After 3 Hours Of Already Taking It?

Posted on Mon, 7 Sep 2015

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Mon, 7 Sep 2015 Answered on

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Question : I am taking methylprednisolone 6 day packet. I am on my 3rd day . I took one before breakfast but did not take tablet after lunch or dinner. I took the second pill at 8pm and have 2 tablets left. Can I take last 2 tablets 3 hours later?

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Methylprednisolone

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

I understand your confusion, however in order to help you I need a few more details

1. Are you sure it is methylprednisolone and not prednisolone ?
2. What is the drug dosage ?
3. Why was it prescribed to you ? for asthma or for the chest infection

Please get back to me, I am awaiting your reply

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (56 minutes later)

Yes, package says Methylprednisolone Tablets, USP 4mg.
Taking for chest infection. On this second round, dr. Added Azithromycin Tablets 250 mg. I have cleared up a lot since starting this. I took 2 tablets 1st day and one for 4 next days. I only have one left.

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (51 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Don't take two tablets together

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for getting back

I recommend not to take two tablets immediately, I suggest you space it out by atleast 6 hours until you are done with your course

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar