DRUG | SUPPLIED | DOSE | COMMENTS |
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PREDNISOLONE (Paeds) (Pediapred) Mechanism of action: Corticosteroid. Ref: 32 Last update: 2022-04-23 |
liquid: 1 mg/mL | Same as Prednisone. |
Prednisone is more commonly used (except in hepatic disease) as more dosage forms are available. Raspberry-flavoured prednisolone liquid is more palatable than prednisone suspension but larger volumes may be required. Standard Prescription: prednisolone __mg PO Q__H (__mg/kg/24 hr) |