| Acne |
No |
| Active substance |
Prednisolone |
| Also known as |
Deltacortril, Deltastab, Dilacort |
| Aromatization |
No |
| Blood pressure |
Can cause elevation of blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
(11beta)-11,17,21-Trihydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione |
| Classification |
Glucocorticosteroid |
| Dosage |
20-30 mg/day |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 5 to 60 mg per day in divided doses, depending on the condition being treated |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable as it is not legally used for performance enhancement |
| Effects |
Reduction of inflammation, suppression of the immune response, and decreased edema |
| Formula |
C21H28O5 |
| Half-life |
2 to 3 hours |
| HBR |
Possible |
| Hepatotoxicity |
No |
| Lab Test |
Monitoring of blood glucose and electrolyte levels |
| Main action |
Anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive |
| Side effects |
Weight gain, osteoporosis, hypertension, increased risk of infection, cataracts, and mood swings |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat |
| Substance class |
Corticosteroid |
| Trade name |
Prelone, Deltacortril, Millipred |
| Use in sports |
Prohibited in competitive sports, may be used under therapeutic use exemptions |
| WAREHOUSE |
International Warehouse 2 |
| Water Retention |
No |
| Manufacturer |
Pfizer |
