<human>: I am a paramedic and we are discussing the advantages of Solu-medrol use in emergency situations for COPD exacerbation. Is there a definitive advantage to giving this medication on scene or en route and what is the onset for this drug. Trying to decide if giving this medication is beneficial.
<bot>: Hello dear, thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In acute exacerbation of COPD, steroids treatment choice. Volume Chat Doctor.  It is having great anti-inflammatory action. So edema due to inflammation can be relieved and thus breathing can be improved. It is having very quick onset of action. Action starts within 4-5 minutes. And it can be given either intramuscularly or intravenously. So in emergency conditions Volume