Can my 50-year-old father, who has diabetes, high blood pressure, and a history of a heart attack, take Medrol to help prevent COVID-19 complications while he is dealing with a sore throat and a fever of 100 to 102?F that has lasted for eight days, or what other steps should we take? | Apollo Pharmacy

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Can my 50-year-old father, who has diabetes, high blood pressure, and a history of a heart attack, take Medrol to help prevent COVID-19 complications while he is dealing with a sore throat and a fever of 100 to 102?F that has lasted for eight days, or what other steps should we take?

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Can my 50-year-old father, who has diabetes, high blood pressure, and a history of a heart attack, take Medrol to help prevent COVID-19 complications while he is dealing with a sore throat and a fever of 100 to 102?F that has lasted for eight days, or what other steps should we take?

Asked by Male, 50 · 23 days ago

G.santoshini Reddy

M Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)

23 days ago

Please do not give your father Medrol (methylprednisolone) without a doctor's guidance. For someone with diabetes, high blood pressure, and a history of a heart attack, methylprednisolone can safely be used only under strict supervision, as it can significantly raise blood sugar and affect heart health. Steroids are not used to prevent COVID-19 complications at home and can sometimes delay recovery if taken too early. Since his fever has lasted eight days, the most important step is to contact his doctor immediately. They can properly evaluate him, test for COVID-19, and recommend safe treatments tailored to his health needs. Keep him well-hydrated and rested while contacting his doctor.

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Can my 50-year-old father, who has diabetes, high blood pressure, and a history of a heart attack, take Medrol to help prevent COVID-19 complications while he is dealing with a sore throat and a fever of 100 to 102?F that has lasted for eight days, or what other steps should we take?

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