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Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection

NAFDAC Reg. No. C4-1759 · Drug

Registered with NAFDAC — registration activeAs of 5 November 2026 · synced automatically from official sources.
Product
Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection
NAFDAC number
C4-1759
Active ingredient
Methylprednisolone sodium succinate
Strength
500 mg
Form
Powder for injection
Pack size
1 x 1's (in vials)
Manufacturer
Not listed
Applicant (holder)
Zadip Healthcare Ltd
Approved
3 Aug 2021
Status
Inactive View on NAFDAC ↗
Registration valid to
2 Aug 2026
WHO alerts
None found
Community reports
None
Times checked
0

RxVerify commentary

  • Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection is on the NAFDAC register with an active registration (C4-1759). A valid number alone does not prove a pack is genuine — counterfeiters copy real numbers, so also check the expiry date, seal and print quality.

Generated automatically from the NAFDAC register, WHO alerts and community data as of today. Not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist.

What Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection is used for

From the official U.S. FDA label for methylprednisolone sodium succinate, the active ingredient registered with NAFDAC.

What it is used for

Methylprednisolone tablets are indicated in the following conditions: 1. Endocrine Disorders Primary or secondary adrenocortical insufficiency (hydrocortisone or cortisone is the first choice; synthetic analogs may be used in conjunction with mineralocorticoids where applicable; in infancy mineralocorticoid supplementation is of particular importance). Congenital adrenal hyperplasia Nonsuppurative thyroiditis Hypercalcemia associated with cancer 2. …

Possible side effects

Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances Sodium retention Congestive heart failure in susceptible patients Hypertension Fluid retention Potassium loss Hypokalemic alkalosis Musculoskeletal Muscle weakness Loss of muscle mass Steroid myopathy Osteoporosis Tendon rupture, particularly of the Achilles tendon Vertebral compression fractures Aseptic necrosis of femoral and humeral heads Pathologic fracture of long bones Gastrointestinal Peptic ulcer with possible perforation and hemorrhage Pancreatitis Abdominal distention Ulcerative esophagitis Increases in alanine transaminase (ALT, SGPT), aspartate transaminase (AST, SGOT), and alkaline phosphatase have been observed following corticosteroid treatme …

Do not use if

Systemic fungal infections and known hypersensitivity to components.

Warnings

In patients on corticosteroid therapy subjected to unusual stress, increased dosage of rapidly acting corticosteroids before, during, and after the stressful situation is indicated. Corticosteroids may mask some signs of infection, and new infections may appear during their use. Infections with any pathogen including viral, bacterial, fungal, protozoan or helminthic infections, in any location of the body, may be associated with the use of corticosteroids alone or in combination with other immunosuppressive agents that affect cellular immunity, humoral immunity, or neutrophil function. 1 These infections may be mild, but can be severe and at times fatal. …

General information only — not dosing advice. Always follow the leaflet in your pack and your doctor or pharmacist.

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About Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection

What is in Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection?

Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection contains Methylprednisolone sodium succinate (500 mg), as powder for injection, according to its NAFDAC registration record.

Is Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection registered with NAFDAC?

Yes. Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection is listed on the NAFDAC register under registration number C4-1759, and its registration is active as of 5 November 2026.

Has Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection been flagged as fake or recalled?

No WHO falsified or substandard medical product alert currently matches Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection in our automatically synced alert list.

How can I check that my pack of Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection is genuine?

Run a free authenticity scan with the NAFDAC number C4-1759, your pack's expiry date and batch number to get a Trust Score, compare the pack with the NAFDAC record (ingredient, strength, form, manufacturer), and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

What is Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate for Injection used for?

Methylprednisolone tablets are indicated in the following conditions: 1. Endocrine Disorders Primary or secondary adrenocortical insufficiency (hydrocortisone or cortisone is the first choice; synthetic analogs may be used in conjunction with mineralocorticoids where applicable; in infancy mineralocorticoid supplementation is of particular importance). Congenital adrenal hyperplasia Nonsuppurative (Summarised from the official U.S. FDA label for methylprednisolone sodium succinate. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist.)

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