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Can steroids medicine can be stopped
Can steroids medicine like Methylprednisolone can be stopped after 1 dose ? Any side effects if not continued.
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For what purpose you need steroids 1 dose ....
Of course it is a life saving drug ..what is your medical history...
Regarding steroids it depends on individual condition...
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No steroids should not be stopped abruptly
Consult the doctor who prescribed you this, he/she will taper your dose and eventually stop your medicine.
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Do not stop Methylprednisolone abruptly. Complete the course and then stop by reducing the dose eventually.
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Dr. Khushboo
General Physician
8 yrs exp
New Delhi
Too much steroid is harmful . It’s life saving drug try to Handle with care
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Dr. Prabakaran J
General Physician
20 yrs exp
Chennai
Media is creating hype on steroid. It is a life saving medicine. Handle with care.
There is a technique to take steroid , if you not followed, there would be some trouble.
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Dr. Harshad Verma
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Ajmer
Why to stop it by yourself? Detailed history needed to stop it.
Consult on Practo if you want to do so.
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