Depo-Medrol Injection (Methylprednisolone Acetate)

Name: Depo-Medrol Injection
Brand: Pfizer
SKU: 7296
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Product: Depo-Medrol Injection 2 ml Vial (with Lidocaine)

Manufacturer: Pfizer

Country: Canada

Dosage: 40 mg/ml

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Generic Equivalent of Depo-Medrol Injection

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Depo-Medrol Injection Information

Depo-Medrol Injection Details (Brand and Generic)

Our Canadian pharmacy currently offers the brand name Depo-Medrol from Canada manufactured by Pfizer. There is no generic Depo-Medrol available at this time. Our customers may also purchase Celebrex and Uceris.

CanadaPharmacyOnline.com supplies only genuine Depo-Medrol from Canada shipped using Canadian packaging. This Depo-Medrol is manufactured by Pfizer, the worldwide manufacturer of Depo-Medrol. This offer is neither endorsed nor authorized by Pfizer (the United States and Canadian distributor of Depo-Medrol). CanadaPharmacyOnline.com has no affiliation whatsoever with Pfizer.

Dosage

Depo-Medrol Injection (Methylprednisolone Acetate) is available in the strength of 20 mg/ml, 40 mg/ml and 80 mg/ml dose supplied in supplied as a 2 ml vial, 5 ml vial, 10 x 1 ml vials, 5 x 2 ml vials and 5 x 1 ml vials.

Usage

Depo-Medrol (Methylprednisolone Acetate) is used for the treatment of various conditions such as allergy or inflammation, certain cancers, eye conditions, skin/intestinal/kidney/lung diseases, and immune system disorders. Depo-Medrol with Lidocaine is also used as an adjunctive treatment of acute or worsening (exacerbation) inflammation of joints and tendons. Depo-Medrol contains a corticosteroid hormone and a local anaesthetic. It decreases the body’s immune response to certain diseases and it helps to reduce pain and inflammation. Depo-Medrol is to be given as an injection to the joint (intra-articular or intra-synovial injection), or into a muscle (intramuscular injection) by your health care provider. The dose of Depo-Medrol will depend on your condition and how severe it is. When your condition starts improving, your dose will be reduced gradually. Depo-Medrol should not be stopped abruptly. Depo-Medrol with benzyl alcohol should not be given to premature infants.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, Depo-Medrol can have side effects although not everybody gets them. Depo-Medrol may hide symptoms of infections, may cause latent infections to become active, and may induce infections by normally inoffensive organisms due to lowered body resistance. Potential side effects with Depo-Medrol include allergic reactions, heart attack, heart failure, bronchospasm, dry scaly skin, increased sweating, weight gain, abnormal hair growth, stomach ulcers, depression, hallucinations, confusion, diarrhea, abdominal pain, confusion, and osteoporosis. Inform your doctor if you have any of the serious side effects including:

• Burst or bleeding ulcers: stomach pain, bleeding from the back passage, black or bloodstained stools and/or vomiting blood;
• Bone/joint pain and cramps and spasms;
• Easy bruising/bleeding, poor wound healing;
• Flare up of a previous TB: coughing blood or pain in the chest;
• Fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat;
• High blood pressure (headaches or generally feeling unwell);
• Mental/mood changes (such as mood swings, depression, suicidal thinking, anxiety);
• Serious allergic reaction: rash, itching/swelling, severe dizziness and trouble breathing;
• Signs of infection (such as persistent fever/cough/sore throat, painful urination);
• Thinning skin;
• Unusual hair growth;
• Unusual skin growth (nodules or blotches that may be red, purple, brown, or black);
• Vision changes

Warnings and Interactions

You must tell your doctor if you are pregnant as this medicine could slow the baby’s growth. You should also tell your doctor if you are breast feeding as small amounts of corticosteroid medicines may get into breast milk. Corticosteroids can affect growth in children. This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol while using this medicine may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Limit alcoholic beverages. Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking Depo-Medrol. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Depo-Medrol may cause dizziness, vertigo, vision problems and fatigue.

Do not take Depo-Medrol if you have:

• Allergies to methylprednisolone acetate or any other steroid medicine;
• Any fungal infection, low platelet count;
• Received certain types of vaccines (shots) that are live;
• Unstable joints;
• Viral diseases including vaccinia (cowpox), varicella (chicken pox), and herpes simplex of the eye

Before taking Depo-Medrol, talk to your doctor if you have:

• An infection (such as herpes simplex, chicken pox, tuberculosis);
• A condition known as systemic sclerosis;
• Blood clotting problems;
• Certain eye diseases;
• Cushing’s disease (caused by an excess of cortisol hormone);
• Have any operation;
• High blood pressure, heart problems;
• Kidney disease; liver disease;
• Mental or mood conditions;
• Osteoporosis, muscle pain, seizures;
• Stomach or gut problems;
• Skin cancer, weal immune response;
• Thyroid problems, high blood sugar;
• Water retention

Before taking Depo-Medrol talk to your doctor about all your other medications, including those you bought without prescription, herbal or natural products. The following may interact with Depo-Medrol:

• Anticoagulants;
• Antibiotics and antifungals;
• Aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines;
• Cyclosporine;
• Drugs to prevent nausea and vomiting;
• Drugs to treat HIV infections or other medicines called neuromuscular blocking agents;
• Drugs to treat: cancer; diabetes, cholesterol, tuberculosis, heart problems or high blood pressure, a muscle condition, glaucoma and epilepsy;
• Drugs for heartburn and acid indigestion;
• Hormonal oral contraceptives;
• Immunosuppressants;
• Tacrolimus used following an organ transplant;
• Water pills (diuretics);
• Vaccines.

Questions and Answers

Why is Depo-Medrol Injection more affordable from Canada than the United States?

In general, all drug prices, not only Depo-Medrol Injection, are more affordable to order from Canada because the price of both the brand and generic medication is regulated by the government. Also, since we established in 2006, our vision is to provide safe and affordable medication to people in the US.

Is it safe to buy Depo-Medrol Injection from your pharmacy?

Our products are sourced only from facilities certified by authorities in the countries we import them from. CanadaPharmacyOnline.com has a rigorous process for selecting our partners, so that you, our customer, get the safest medicine. We are also a Certified Canadian Pharmacy that adheres to the requirements imposed by the Province of British Columbia.

How much does brand Depo-Medrol Injection 20 mg/ml cost in Canada?

At our pharmacy, the cost of brand Depo-Medrol Injection 20 mg/ml starts at $31.99 for one 5 ml vial.

What is the lowest price of Depo-Medrol Injection 40 mg/ml?

Brand Depo-Medrol Injection 40 mg/ml starts at $27.99 for 5 x 2 ml vials.

How much is the shipping?

Our shipping fee is a flat rate of $10.00 per order. Our pharmacy focuses on getting you the lowest prices on high quality products.

How do I order from your pharmacy?

Ordering Depo-Medrol from us is very simple. You can place the order online or call Customer Service at 1866.920.3784. For additional information or for the ordering process, visit our How to Order page.

Are your Depo-Medrol Injection prices competitive?

Yes, we are taking great pride in offering some of the most competitive prices across Canadian pharmacies. In some cases, we might be able to either match or beat our competitors' prices. Please call our friendly customer service at 1866.920.3784.

Is there a limit on how many Depo-Medrol Injection tablets I am allowed to order at one time?

CanadaPharmacyOnline.com can only dispense a maximum of a three month supply of Depo-Medrol Injection at one time, as per your doctor's prescription.

Can I buy Depo-Medrol Injection over the counter from you?

No, Depo-Medrol Injection requires a valid prescription from your doctor. We do not sell this product without a valid prescription.

Do you ship to the United States?

Yes, we do. It usually takes between 7 and 18 business days to receive your order from our pharmacy. How long does a Depo-Medrol shot last? On average the effect of a single 2 ml (80 mg) injection may be expected to last approximately two weeks. Source

Do you need to rest after the injection?

After you have had a corticosteroid injection, you need to rest the affected area for 24 hours and avoid strenuous activity for several days. Source

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The information on this page is sourced from independent third parties contracted by CanadaPharmacyOnline. While we cannot guarantee its medical accuracy, we strongly recommend consulting a healthcare professional for personalized advice regarding medications or medical conditions. Prices listed are in US dollars.

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