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How can i take the oral methylprednisolone prescribed as 448 mg/day in 1 4 divided doses?

Q: how can i take the oral methylprednisolone prescribed as 448 mg/day in 1 4 divided doses?

: Your wording is confusing. It suggests you can take all 4 at one time or 1 spaced out four times in a day. Divided doses suggests you would take one about every six hours.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Your wording is confusing. It suggests you can take all 4 at one time or 1 spaced out four times in a day. Divided doses suggests you would take one about every six hours.

Answered 1/2/2022

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A member asked:

How can i take the oral methylprednisolone prescribed as 448 mg/day in 1 4 divided doses?

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