No patients were found to be beyond 10 weeks into pregnancy
Methylprednisolone (Medrol) can cause changes in your fluids and electrolytes (e
Prednisone and prednisolone, like other corticosteroids, can cause a range of side effects, especially when used for prolonged periods or at high doses
US FDA pregnancy category: D (delayed-release tablets) Comments: -Observe for signs and symptoms of hypoadrenalism in infants exposed to
Since adequate human reproduction studies have not been done with corticosteroids, the use of these drugs in pregnancy requires that the possible benefits of the drug be weighed against the potential hazards to the fetus
[15] An equivalent dosage regimen of methylprednisolone might have the same
painful, swollen joints
This heightened risk exists during pregnancy, delivery, and within the first three months of having a baby
When I went to pick it up from the pharmacy, the pharmacist asked me if I was Other Medications Used to Enhance Fertility Treatments: Medrol: A steroid provided daily for four days during the cycle to assist with pre-embryo implantation
Treatment may be initiated on a short-term basis for acute conditions
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Infants born of mothers who have received substantial doses of corticosteroids during pregnancy, should be carefully observed for signs of hypoadrenalism
See “Drug Precautions” section
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Unfortunately had to take a 5 day dose pack at 14 weeks for an ulcerative colitis flare up
Talk with the doctor
See “Drug Precautions” section
Glucocorticoids are adrenocortical steroids, both naturally occurring and synthetic, which are readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract