A temperature of 98.5?99.5?F is generally considered within the normal range. Your elevated blood pressure of 150/95 is likely a temporary side effect of Medrol (methylprednisolone), a steroid medication you are currently taking alongside Zefu (cefuroxime axetil) and Rabtab (rabeprazole). Please do not stop Medrol suddenly, as steroids need to be tapered safely. I highly recommend contacting your prescribing doctor to review your blood pressure and discuss tapering your medication. In the meantime, continue monitoring your blood pressure, limit salt, stay well-hydrated, and rest.

The pimples you are experiencing are a common, temporary side effect of Medrol (methylprednisolone), often called steroid acne. This usually improves once you finish your prescribed course. In the meantime, wash your face gently twice daily with a mild cleanser and avoid squeezing the breakouts. Over-the-counter topical treatments containing salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide can help clear your skin. Please do not stop taking your medication abruptly without consulting your prescribing doctor. If the acne is severe or persists, a dermatologist can provide safe, targeted treatments.

It is very common for both a recent COVID-19 infection and the steroid methylprednisolone (Medrol) to temporarily raise heart rate and blood pressure, even while taking nebivolol, telmisartan, and amlodipine. The apixaban is very important to protect her given her elevated D-dimer level. Please do not alter her current treatment plan without consulting her physician first. They may need to temporarily adjust her heart rate or blood pressure medications as she recovers. These fluctuations are usually temporary post-viral and steroid effects. Please seek immediate medical attention if she develops chest pain, shortness of breath, or dizziness.

Yes, you can safely split an 8 mg Medrol (methylprednisolone) tablet in half to give your father his prescribed 4 mg dose. Medrol tablets are typically scored down the middle, making them easier to split evenly. To ensure he gets the exact dose, I recommend using a clean pill cutter from your local pharmacy. If the tablet crumbles or doesn't split evenly, discard it and try another so his dosage remains accurate. It is wonderful of you to care for his health so diligently.

A CO-RADS 2 result is very reassuring, indicating a low likelihood of COVID-19. The mild infection and small amount of fluid around your lungs can naturally cause your chest, back, and shoulder pain, as well as cold-triggered shortness of breath. Your prescribed medications, including antibiotics like Azee and Doxcyp, and the steroid Medrol, are actively targeting this infection and inflammation. Additionally, Pregabalin NT is likely helping manage the nerve-related numbness and pain. While these symptoms are uncomfortable, they align with your scan findings and are being addressed by your current treatment. Please stay in close touch with your doctor to monitor your progress.

While temporary numbness is not a common side effect of Medrol (methylprednisolone) or Ceroxtium (cefuroxime), methylprednisolone can occasionally cause mild electrolyte imbalances or temporarily affect nerve sensitivity, which might lead to unusual sensations. Additionally, the physical stress of a lung infection can sometimes trigger temporary numbness. Please rest assured that this is likely temporary, but it is important to contact your doctor promptly. They can easily check your electrolyte levels and ensure your recovery is safely on track. If the numbness worsens or is accompanied by sudden weakness, please seek immediate medical evaluation.