Hello. I have been taking Metypred 16mg for Crohn's disease for 4 days. I got a fever that is already going down because I started using paracetamol. However, my kidneys hurt and I have dark urine, I give it a maximum of 2 times a day when I was able to do it 10 times a day before. Is this a normal reaction to this drug? Alternatively, what can I do to support the work of the kidneys? I will add that the drug is to be taken for 20 days in total, then the dose is to be reduced.
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Aleksandra Żywiec-Pelczar Pharmacist
2 years ago
The symptoms described in the question cannot be classified as "normal" reactions to the drug. Their occurrence is an indication for urgent consultation with a general practitioner, who, if deems it necessary, will order the necessary urine tests. I warn against independent attempts to support the work of the kidneys, in this matter should comment the doctor. More about glucocorticosteroid therapy can be read in the text: https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/czy-sterydy-sa-bezpieczne