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Hi, I was taking medrol 8 mg from long time for asthma now it is creating problems like cataract arthritis stretch marks and swelling in overall body. Please help me as my asthma is not in control I have to use this medicine. Give medicine for asthma and getting rid From this tablet.
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As your asthma is steroid dependant, need to consult a pulmonologist with all records for adjustment of asthma medicine. Medral need to gradually reduced and step up LABA and ICS combination by inhalation.
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