Gelpred 4mg Tablet

Quick info

Gelpred 4mg Tablet is used to treat severe allergic conditions, asthma, rheumatic disorders, skin and eye disorders, and systemic lupus erythematosus by preventing the release of substances that cause inflammation. Gelpred 4mg Tablet should be taken with food to prevent an upset stomach. The dose and duration depend on the condition being treated. Common side effects include skin thinning, increased risk of infection, reduction in bone density, weight gain, and mood changes. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist. Avoid contact with people who have infections like measles, chickenpox, or flu. Inform your doctor if you have conditions like osteoporosis, mood disorders, high blood pressure, liver disease, or diabetes. This medicine may increase blood glucose levels. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

How it works

Gelpred 4mg Tablet is a steroid that blocks the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation and allergies.

Direction of use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Take it with food and avoid dietary sodium.

Tips

• Helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, and flare-ups of ongoing illnesses.
• Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
• Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
• Can make it harder to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have signs of infection.
• Side effects like mood changes or stomach problems can occur. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
• Do not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor.