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) |