Depo-Medrol FAQs
How much does Depo-Medrol cost without insurance?
Depo-Medrol costs $23.04 for uninsured customers. With a SingleCare Depo-Medrol coupon, you could pay $6.56 for 1, 1ml of 40mg/ml Vial of Depo-Medrol. In fact, you can save up to 80% the retail price on all your prescription drug needs with your SingleCare discount card.
How much does Depo-Medrol cost with insurance?
Insurance copays for Depo-Medrol vary widely according to your plan. You may find your SingleCare Depo-Medrol coupon saves more than your insurance – with SingleCare, Depo-Medrol only costs $6.56. Your pharmacist can compare your SingleCare Depo-Medrol price with your insurance copay.
Does Medicare cover Depo-Medrol and how much does it cost?
Depo-Medrol is usually not covered for Medicare-eligible patients under Medicare Advantage and Medicare Part D, but the generic, methylprednisolone acetate injections, usually are. If you do not have Medicare prescription drug coverage, you can reliably save money with SingleCare Depo-Medrol coupons, accepted at many pharmacies located near you.
Is there a generic of Depo-Medrol?
Depo-Medrol is a brand-name prescription injection. Methylprednisolone acetate is the generic name. Methylprednisolone acetate vials for injection are manufactured by Teva, Sandoz, Amneal, and other generic manufacturers.
What is Depo-Medrol?
Depo-Medrol is a brand-name prescription corticosteroid injection used when oral administration of its active ingredient methylprednisolone acetate is not suitable to the condition. These include directly injecting Depo-Medrol to the affected area, such as rheumatoid arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, skin conditions, or tendon problems, or when a high dose is required such as active episodes of multiple sclerosis, intestinal conditions which cause swelling, severe allergic reactions, severe drug reactions, adrenal gland problems, and respiratory illnesses. Depo-Medrol is also used to relieve symptoms in patients with leukemia or lymphoma.
The active ingredient in Depo-Medrol is methylprednisolone acetate, a corticosteroid, which decreases swelling by reducing the immune response to injury, allergens, or infection. Because Depo-Medrol suppresses the immune response, secondary infections are a risk.
Depo-Medrol is usually injected by a healthcare professional in a clinic or hospital. Localized injections for skin, joint, or tendon disorders will always be performed by a doctor. Other conditions are treated with an intramuscular injection. The dosage and schedule will depend on the condition and the severity of the condition.
What are the side effects of Depo-Medrol?
Most people will experience side effects when taking Depo-Medrol. Depo-Medrol suppresses the immune system, so the most serious side effects of Depo-Medrol are secondary infections.
The most common side effect will be site reactions to the injection such as redness and pain. Common side effects of Depo-Medrol also include but are not limited to nausea, vomiting, heartburn, headache, sweating, acne, fluid retention, muscle weakness, thinning skin, hair growth, and a rise in blood sugar.
Mental and mood changes can range from mild to serious mood changes. Allergic reactions include hives, facial swelling, and difficulty breathing, although facial swelling is also a common non-allergic side effect of taking steroids.
This is not a complete list of side effects that may occur. Consult with your physician about any concerns you may have with side effects.