Glucocorticoid |
Approximate Equivalent dose
(mg) |
Half-life (Biologic)
hours |
Short-Acting |
Cortisone |
25 |
8-12 |
Hydrocortisone |
20 |
8-12 |
Intermediate-Acting |
Methylprednisolone |
4 |
18-36 |
Prednisolone |
5 |
18-36 |
Prednisone |
5 |
18-36 |
Triamcinolone |
4 |
18-36 |
Long-Acting |
Betamethasone |
0.6 - 0.75 |
36-54 |
Dexamethasone |
0.75 |
36-54 |
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