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How Often Can Methylprednisolone Be Taken For Backache?

I started methylprednisolone (4mg tapered pack) this morning for unresolved post fusion back pain. If this helps my pain how often could I safely take this steroid for chronic pain? What do you think is the safest most effective amount? I m 68 and weigh 138 lbs.
Tue, 12 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

You can take it for 10 -15 days safely .

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Dr. Praveen Tayal
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How Often Can Methylprednisolone Be Taken For Backache?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You can take it for 10 -15 days safely . I hope this information has been helpful for you Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal