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I was prescribed medrol dosepak for swollen jaw yesterday. per dr. instruction, took 8mg at 12pm, 3:30pm, 7pm each. now at 4am i woke up with whole body itching. should i take my day 2 morning dose now or wait till am to call dr before taking next dos

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Wait and call: Though Medrol (methylprednisolone) is often prescribed for allergic conditions that include itching, there have been cases in which Medrol (methylprednisolone) itself has caused itching. Wait until the doctor's office opens, call them, and say, " i think i may be having an allergic reaction." then, describe your symptoms.

Answered 5/8/2019

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Stop, see specialist: Stop the med. Rare to be allergic to steroid but possible. Why are you taking Medrol (methylprednisolone) for a swollen jaw? Very unusual. Address cause of swollen jaw. For best results with swollen jaw, make sure you are evaluated and treated by a board certified oral & maxillofacial surgeon.

Answered 7/2/2015

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