Manufacturer: Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition : Prednisolone(1gm)
Acto Pred 1gm Injection is generally given by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administered the injection at home. To get the most benefit, get this injection at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days.
Acto Pred 1gm Injection works by suppressing the immune system thereby reducing inflammation and swelling that occur in nephrotic syndrome. It reduces the protein in the urine and also helps in getting rid of the extra fluid, thereby relieving the swelling over different parts of the body.
In humans, the pharmacokinetics of prednisolone is complex. After oral intake, it exhibits rapid absorption and becomes almost completely (80%-100%) available. Peak plasma concentrations reach 1 to 2 hours after oral administration. Distribution of prednisolone is dependent on its protein-binding properties.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Acto Pred
Reduction in bone density
Upset stomach
Behavioral changes
Mood changes
Weight gain
active, untreated tuberculosis.
inactive tuberculosis.
herpes simplex infection of the eye.
a herpes simplex infection.
an infection due to a fungus.
intestinal infection caused by the roundworm Strongyloides.
an infection.
a condition with low thyroid hormone levels.
Acto Pred 1gm Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Consuming alcohol with Acto Pred 1gm Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Acto Pred 1gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
This medicine is indicated in adults for the local treatment, by intra-articular or periarticular injection, of the following conditions: rheumatoid arthritis; osteoarthritis; synovitis not associated with infection; tennis elbow; golfer's elbow, and bursitis.
Some products that may interact with this drug include: aldesleukin, other drugs that weaken the immune system (such as azathioprine, cyclosporine, cancer chemotherapy), mifepristone, drugs that can cause bleeding/bruising (including antiplatelet drugs such as clopidogrel, "blood thinners" such as dabigatran/warfarin.
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
Acto Pred 1gm Injection helps treat inflammation, severe allergies, flare-ups of ongoing illnesses, and many other medical problems that require either reduction of inflammation or suppression of the immune system.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Acto Pred 1gm Injection can make it harder for you to fight off infections. Notify your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as a fever or sore throat.
Side effects such as mood changes or stomach problems can happen when you start taking Acto Pred 1gm Injection. Inform your doctor if this bothers you.
Do not stop taking Acto Pred 1gm Injection suddenly without talking to your doctor first as it may worsen your symptoms.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
