| Corticosteroid | Route | Equivalent Dose (mg) | Duration of Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| betamethasone | IV | 0.75 | long (36-72 hours) |
| cortisone | PO | 25 | short (8-12 hours) |
| dexamethasone | PO/IV | 0.75 | long (36-72 hours) |
| hydrocortisone | PO/IV | 20 | short (8-12 hours) |
| methylprednisolone | PO/IV | 4 | medium (8-12 hours) |
| prednisolone | PO | 5 | medium (12-36 hours) |
| prednisone | PO | 5 | medium (12-36 hours) |
| triamcinolone | IV | 4 | medium (12-36 hours) |
