MVCC Drug Card Generic Name
MethylPRE-
DNISolone Trade Name
Solu-medrolPronu nciation
meth-ill-pred- -oh-lone n i s sClassification
corticosteroids Dose
80 MGRoute
IV Time/fr equency
900Normal dosage range
40–250 mg every 4–6 hr. Onset
RapidPeak
UnknownDuration
UnknownFor IV meds, compatibilit y with IV drips a nd/or solutions Why is yo ur patient getting this medicat ion
-Reduces inflammation, patients has COPD and pneumonia. Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warni ngs/interactions
-Active infection that has not been treated.
-Epidural use.
Mechanism of action and indications
MethylPRE-
DNISolone Trade Name
Solu-medrolPronu nciation
meth-ill-pred- -oh-lone n i s sClassification
corticosteroids Dose
80 MGRoute
IV Time/fr equency
900Normal dosage range
40–250 mg every 4–6 hr. Onset
RapidPeak
UnknownDuration
UnknownFor IV meds, compatibilit y with IV drips a nd/or solutions Why is yo ur patient getting this medicat ion
-Reduces inflammation, patients has COPD and pneumonia. Nursing Implications (what to focus on) Contraindications/warni ngs/interactions
-Active infection that has not been treated.
-Epidural use.
Mechanism of action and indications
