Introduction
Brand name: ST‑PRED 4 mg
Manufacturer: Astemax Biotech Pvt. Ltd. (WHO‑GMP‑oriented brand)
Composition: Methylprednisolone 4 mg tablet (immediate‑release, oral)
What it is
ST‑PRED 4 mg is a glucocorticoid (corticosteroid) tablet containing methylprednisolone 4 mg per tablet. It is a potent anti‑inflammatory and immunosuppressive agent used in a wide range of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Key indications
Allergic disorders (severe allergic reactions, asthma flares, allergic rhinitis when systemic therapy is needed).
Rheumatic and autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), polymyalgia rheumatica, and vasculitides.
Inflammatory and immune‑mediated conditions including inflammatory bowel disease flares, certain dermatological conditions, and some neurological/inflammatory eye‑disease flares.
Short‑term adjunctive therapy for acute exacerbations of chronic diseases where rapid suppression of inflammation is required.
Typical use and dosing
Usual adult dose starts at 4–32 mg/day in divided doses, depending on condition and severity; ST‑PRED 4 mg fits well into low‑ to moderate‑dose steroid regimens.
