====== Methylprednisolone ======

===== Classification =====
  * Intermediate-acting glucocorticoid
  * Minimal mineralocorticoid activity

Parent class:
  * [[endocrine:drug_classes:corticosteroids|Corticosteroids]]

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===== Clinical Uses =====

  * Severe asthma exacerbation
  * Autoimmune disease
  * IV pulse therapy (e.g., MS flare)

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===== Clinical Pearls =====

  * Less fluid retention than prednisone.
  * Common IV hospital steroid.