Treatment of Allergic conditions|Treatment of Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)|Treatment of Skin disorders|Treatment of Eye disorders|Treatment of Rheumatic disorder

In Treatment of Allergic conditions Benpred 40mg Injection is used to treat different inflammatory and allergic conditions including arthritis lupus psoriasis ulcerative colitis which affect the skin blood eyes lungs stomach and nervous system. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling pain itching and other allergic-type reactions.\u003cbr>This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benpred 40mg Injection is a type of medicine called a steroid. It is used to treat different conditions including rheumatic disorder asthma severe allergic reactions and conditions that affect your eyes and skin.Benpred 40mg Injection is usually given as an injection by your doctor into a vein joint or muscle. The amount you are given will depend on what you are being treated for and how much you need to control your symptoms. If you are using this medication at home learn exactly how to do it correctly from your doctor. You should always take the amount prescribed. Do not take a larger dose or use it more often. Taking a higher dose will not improve your condition faster and your risk of side effects will increase. Keep taking it regularly even if you feel well. Do not suddenly stop this medication as your condition may become worse. It should always be stopped gradually.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea headache dizziness sweating and swelling in your hands or ankles (edema). If these side effects bother you or will not go away your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Steroids may also lower your ability to fight infections so avoid being near people who might pass on infections such as measles chickenpox or flu. Do not receive a live vaccine while using this medicine. Steroids can affect growth in children.Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have brittle bones (osteoporosis) mood disorders high blood pressure or liver disease. Also tell your doctor if you have diabetes this medicine may increase blood glucose levels which can worsen diabetes. Many other drugs may affect or be affected by this medicine so let your doctor know all other medicines you are using. This is done to make sure it is safe to use. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding. If this medicine is used for a long time you will be asked for regular monitoring of blood sugar blood pressure bone density as well as an eye examination.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

- Alcohol : UNSAFE <p> It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Benpred 40mg Injection. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Benpred 40mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Information regarding the use of Benpred 40mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Benpred 40mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Undesirable effects such as dizziness vertigo visual disturbances and fatigue are possible after treatment with Benpred 40mg Injection. This may affect your driving ability. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Benpred 40mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Benpred 40mg Injection is recommended.However talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease. | - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> There is limited information available on the use of Benpred 40mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you missed a dose of Benpred 40mg Injection consult your doctor.

Chemical Class :: Glucocorticoids|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: HORMONES

Treatment of Allergic conditions|Treatment of Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)|Treatment of Skin disorders|Treatment of Eye disorders|Treatment of Rheumatic disorder

Nausea | Behavioral changes | Sweating | Edema (swelling) | Mood changes | Upset stomach | Thinning of skin | Increased risk of infection | Reduction in bone density

UNSAFE

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

UNSAFE

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Q. How does Benpred 40mg Injection work?::: Benpred 40mg Injection works by reducing the inflammation which helps in treating many illnesses caused due to active inflammation. In addition to that it stops the autoimmune reactions which occur when your body's immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage.| Q. Is Benpred 40mg Injection a steroid?::: Yes Benpred 40mg Injection is a steroid medicine also known as corticosteroids which occur naturally in the body. These corticosteroids help to maintain health and wellbeing. Benpred 40mg Injection increases the levels of corticosteroids in the body by treating various illnesses involving inflammation (redness tenderness heat and swelling). | Q. What is Benpred 40mg Injection used for?::: Benpred 40mg Injection has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant properties. It is used to treat conditions like allergic conditions anaphylaxis asthma rheumatoid arthritis and inflammatory skin diseases. It is also helpful in treating autoimmune diseases (these diseases happen when your body’s immune system attacks the body itself and causes damage) and certain eye disorders. | Q. How is Benpred 40mg Injection administered?::: Benpred 40mg Injection should be administered by a doctor or under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. Usually it is given into a muscle (intramuscular) joint (intra-articular) directly into a vein (direct intravenous) infusion or into the area being treated (soft tissue infiltration). The doctor will decide the dose based on the condition you are being treated for and also your body weight. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Benpred 40mg Injection.| Q. Is Benpred 40mg Injection better than Prednisone?::: Clinical studies have shown that Benpred 40mg Injection is more strong and efficient than Prednisone. It stays in our body for a longer duration and is better tolerated when used in the treatment of inflammatory conditions. However consult your doctor for the right treatment of your condition.| Q. Does Benpred 40mg Injection cause weight gain?::: Benpred 40mg Injection can cause weight gain especially when high doses taken for a long time or repeated short courses are taken. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Benpred 40mg Injection.