A-Methapred (Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate) - Drug Interactions, Contraindications, Overdosage

DRUG INTERACTIONS

DRUG INTERACTIONS

The pharmacokinetic interactions listed below are potentially clinically important. Mutual inhibition of metabolism occurs with concurrent use of cyclosporin and methylprednisolone; therefore, it is possible that adverse events associated with the individual use of either drug may be more apt to occur. Convulsions have been reported with concurrent use of methylprednisolone and cyclosporin.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

The use of A-Methapred sterile powder is contraindicated in premature infants because the reconstitution diluent contains benzyl alcohol. Benzyl alcohol has been reported to be associated with a fatal “Gasping Syndrome” in premature infants. A-Methapred sterile powder is also contraindicated in systemic fungal infections and patients with known hypersensitivity to the product and its constituents.