Prednisone is a prescription medicine approved for treating a wide variety of medical conditions. It is primarily used to decrease inflammation and to suppress an overactive immune system.
The medication comes in tablet form and is available in numerous strengths, including:
- Prednisone 1 mg tablets
- Prednisone 2.5 mg tablets
- Prednisone 5 mg tablets
- Prednisone 10 mg tablets
- Prednisone 20 mg tablets
- Prednisone 50 mg tablets.
Prednisone can be taken just once a day or several times a day, depending on the condition being treated. If you are taking it just once a day, it is usually best to take it in the morning.
The prednisone dosage that your healthcare provider recommends will vary, depending on the condition being treated, the severity of the condition, and your age and weight.
(Click Prednisone Dosage for more details on prednisone 10 mg tablets, to find out how to reduce your risk of side effects during treatment, and to learn about the factors your healthcare provider will consider before making a dosing recommendation.)
