SOLU-MEDROL Reviews (METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE)Average Rating: 3.3 (83 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare SOLU-MEDROL with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR SOLU-MEDROL | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | rheumatoid pluracy | none | M | 69 | 1X day | 5/7/2010 | 5 | lambert eatons myasthenic syndrom | Slurred speech, off balance , trouble walking , cordination bad, was tested for stroke several times that's how bad symptoms where | When I first started infusions the side effects were very bad , insomnia, muscle soreness, metallic taste. But this drug helped me tremendously , my symptoms are all but gone , there may be some permanent damage ,and the side effects are weel worth it now they only last for a few hours to a couple of days and the insomnia is all but gone , would highly recommend for anyone with same diagnoses. | M | 35 | 8 months 1 gram IV 1X W | 8/19/2011 | 5 | Diagnosed with dermatomyositis | Treatment (ongoing) - 5OO mg 3 times a week (for about 5 weeks so far) and 40mg IVIg once per week. Very few side effects so far aside from some occasional muscle cramping and a couple of sleepless nights. | I was extremely weak before treatment, unable to dress properly or do any deep knee bends. I also suffered shortness of breath associated with intersticial lung disease. My strengh has recovered significantly and the doctor can no longer hear the characteristic crackling of the lungs. | M | 66 | 5 weeks | 5/4/2007 | 4 | MS exacerbation | Side effects totally different with each round (totaling 15 rounds for past 10 years.) If there's a side effect, I have had it...but not all with every round. Worst ever was SEVERE heartburn (2x) & extreme Psychosis (1x) & I can handle the rest. I did swear for awhile after the psychosis I would NEVER do again but I did after a 3yr break. But I have lost weight/gained weight...swelled badly/no swelling...insomnia/can't stay awake...high blood sugar/normal sugars. I always have SEVERE neck/back pain along with sudden drop in blood pressure if I don't taper (won't make that mistake EVER again!! | It seemed to have the most positive/immediate results with the initial doses 10yrs ago (and they are ALWAYS 5 days + taper.) I think your body gets "used" to it and mine just reacts so differently every time...I never know what to expect but i am aware of all the things that COULD happen and knowledge of all of these possible side effects is the key. Always be aware of any changes going on and tell your Dr. immediately...even if you think it's minor. He can't do anything or make changes if he isn't aware of it!! Remember...YOU are your best advocate!! | M | 37 | 5 days | 5/7/2009 | 4 | Multiple sclerosis | During infusion threatment side effects wasn't so bad. Mild sweating, farting, mild constipation.. but 2 days after threatment has ended it got much worse: sore throat, dificult talking, heavy night sweating, night bathroom visits, impaired vision, sleepiness afternoon but luckily it went of after a week | Took it after diagnosed MS. Nevertheless it's has helped with my symtoms: double vision - cured completely after few days; tingling of left hand,leg,face: improved dramatically but it's not still 100% after a month.. but keep improving slowly | M | 31 | 5 days 1000 mg 1X day | 6/25/2013 | 4 | MS Flare | Metal taste, sleeplessness, accelerated heart rate, severe increase in blood pressure, hot flashes in face and neck, sweating, joint pain, head aches... pretty much all the standard ones. | Have had MS for 8 years now have nave spent a lot of time doing 5 grams over 5 day runs. I rated the drug a 5 for the fact that it is effective, but it is not the silver bullet for MS... it simply relieves some swelling in a hope that will help your symptoms. | M | 37 | 5 days 1 gram 1X day | 3/19/2011 | 4 | MS | I've had to take Solu medrol a few times over several years due to different exacerbations. The first thing I noticed was a metallic taste when I ate food or drank liquids. I had trouble sleeping which has never been a problem for me. I seemed to have increased energy too. One problem I'm concerned about is from time to time, I've been experiencing right hip pain. I've been reading about necrosis and bone problems so my doctor ordered a bone density. The results came back and everything was fine but I increased my Vit D and started taking Calcium as well. From time to time I still having hip pain. | M | 53 | 3 days | 6/10/2013 | 3 | Ive had this treatment 5 times since my ms diagnosis.This is the first time that i experienced terrible side effects.side effects are:Mood swings,Body Pains,headaches,muscle weakness,insomnia,dizziness,loss of coordination,Frequent urination.8 Days after the last treatment,Side effects are still kicking my butt and im a tough cookie.The first 3-5 days i swore i was Dying Slowly.This has been miserable and i highly doubt that i will use the treatment Again. | M | 35 | 3 days | 9/24/2015 | 3 | UC | Bilateral Osteonecrosis (Hips), face swelling, vivid dreams, pronounced hair growth, extreme irritability. | A very, very strong Prednisone usually given intravenously. | M | 37 | 30 days | 3/22/2003 | 1 | information(swelling) | stroke after taken this med | M | 55 | 1 days 125mg | 1/23/2012 | 5 | psoriasis | Body aches and fatigue the next day | I HAVE HAD PSORASIS SINCE I WAS 16. I HAVE TRIED EVERYTHING TO CLEAR UP MY BREAKOUTS. I WENT TO A RHEUMATOLOGIST AS A LAST RESORT. HE IMMEDIATELY BEGAN GIVING ME SHOTS OF SOLUMEDROL ONCE A MONTH- WITHIN 2 WEEKS, THE PSORIASIS WAS COMPLETELY CLEARED UP. 15 YEARS OF CREAMS AND OINTMENTS DID NOT HELP. IF YOU ARE TRULEY SICK WITH A DEVASTING DISEASE - IT'S WORTH THE RISK OF FEELING BAD FOR A FEW DAYS. | F | 33 | 4 months 120 1X M | 11/25/2010 | 5 | Juvenile rehumatoid arthritis | Weight gain (but not too bad only 5lbs) and a moon shaped face. But I was on the highest dose possible. But it reduced my pain in my joints by a lot. | F | 6 weeks | 12/28/2012 | 5 | MS exacerbation | I wanted to post here because I wish I did not read what was on this site as I was doing my IV. It works and frankly if you do right by your body (such as eating properly and good supplements) you will do well. | So here has been my experience: 5 days/lower dose - 500mg/IV. I didn't know immediately I was having an exacerbation so this whole process took about 2 months. When I had double vision in my eyes, I immediately did the IV. The IV is not too painful at all. Go slow. I did an hour drip (when I went faster it hurt a little). Eat bananas. We lose potassium. Take good supplements (multi, C, E, Flaxseed, Grapeseed extract, turmeric). Eat as much whole foods as you can. Get some meds to help with muscle tightening after we detox for a few days off the drugs. Always talk to nurses, they know how patients really feel. Don't wait and don't be afraid. I'm so glad my eyes are coming back. After five days, I dramatically improved. | F | 40 | 5 days | 11/16/2006 | 5 | MS (speech and severe back pain) | Metallic taste, mild headache, shortness of breath, increased appetite, increased thirst | First time in three years. As in the past, symptoms began to abate after 24 hours. Have also had it for optic neuritis w/vision loss, and hearing loss. I know it's a hassle and I put it off last month when the first signs came; when I couldn't talk without a LOT of stuttering, and had trouble walking, I knew I waited too long. (the dr had to rule out a stroke, that's how bad it got) | F | 51 | 5 days | 7/17/2006 | 5 | lymes diease | gained weight around stomach | I looked like I had a stroke. Pain in joints, belles palsy, pain behind left eye, felt very bad. Started IV and with in a day I started feeling better. This was a very good experiance for me. I haven't felt this good in a long time. I wish I had done this sooner. Still on IV for 2 more days. Hope I stay feeling this good. | F | 44 | 10 days | 12/8/2007 | 5 | MS Attack | FALLING!!!!Double vision,left side weakness particularly in my hand and leg, digestive problems, memory loss | I have had to take this drug twice now for 5 days each time- I saw a real improvement after just the first infusion- I can open and close my hand so much better. But my sugar levels have shot up in the past few nights. | F | 31 | 2 times | 1/15/2008 | 5 | MS Exacerbation | Slight headache, metalic taste within 15 minutes of IV start, lights appear brighter, lots of energy | This is my 3rd round of Solu-Medro-1 gram IV for 3 days for MS exacerbations. Although the side effects are not pleasant, the end results are worth it. No more pain in joints, hands, feet or legs. All three times I've taken the IV's I have LOST WEIGHT because my appetite just goes away...I count myself one of the lucky ones! I take 2 Prylosec at least 1 hour prior to start of IV to prevent heartburn and it works, I highly recommend doing this. About the only this that does not have a severe metal taste is Orange Sherbert. I also suck on Carmel Nips to cut down the metal taste. I do get extremely thirsty and urinate frequently, but this only lasts for 3 or 4 days. If you can tolerate Solu-Medrol IV, I highly recommend. Although it's not the most pleasant experience, it does calm the inflammation. | F | 56 | 3 days | 3/9/2009 | 5 | MS exacerbations | Once I was prescribed 750 mg. every 2 weeks vs 1000 mg. once a month and I had port put it, ONLY side effect was metal taste for a few hours. | I'D RECCOMEND THIS THERAPY VS LAST ALTERNATIVE...A CHEMO DRUG WTH MANY SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS. | F | 65 | | 9/10/2008 | 5 | OPTIC NEURITIS | VERY BITTER TAST DURING AND UP TO 7 HOURS AFTER INFUSION, I FOUND HAVING A HARD CANDY (I.E. JOLLY RANCHERS) DURING THE INFUSION HELPED SOME. DO NOT DRINK MILK AFTER, I LOVE MILK BUT THE MEDS MAKE IT TASTE NASTY!! | WORTH ANY DISCOMFORT. I HAD 1 GRAM DAILY (BY INFUSION) FOR THREE DAYS AND THEN TAPERED ORALLY. I HAD TOTAL LOSS OF VISION IN MY RIGHT EYE. THIS STARTED TO SUBSIDE WITHING IN 5 DAYS. WITHIN ONE WEEK I COULD SEE AGAIN AFTER 2 MONTHS OF VISION LOSS!!!! I WAS LEARY, BUT NOW I STRONGLY RECOMMEND THIS TREATMENT!!! | F | 33 | 3 days | 3/26/2008 | 5 | ms | Bloating, emotionaly sensitive, everything seems extremely bright, nervous, more energy, metalic taste in mouth. | I feel that it helped my episode. I had blurred vison, leg spasims, memory loss, and painful nerve signals in my legs and hands. I had three days IV therapy of 1000 mg. | F | 49 | 3 days | 4/3/2008 |