Deltasone
Pemphigus, Ophthalmia, Sympathetic, Chorioretinitis + 95 more
Treatment
55 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Deltasone
Treatment for
Pemphigus
What is Deltasone
Prednisone
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Prednisone is a type of synthetic steroid used to reduce inflammation and swelling in the body. It is converted to prednisolone in the liver and was approved by the FDA in 1955.
PredniSONE
is the brand name
Deltasone Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
PredniSONE
Prednisone
1972
681
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Prednisone, commonly known as PredniSONE, is approved by the FDA for 55 uses which include Mycosis Fungoides (MF) and Disseminated tuberculosis .
Mycosis Fungoides (MF)
Helps manage Mycosis Fungoides (MF)
Disseminated tuberculosis
Used to treat Disseminated tuberculosis in combination with Aminosalicylic acid
Anemia, Hemolytic
Allergic Rhinitis (AR)
Helps manage Allergic Rhinitis (AR)
Uremia
Thrombocytopenia
Conjunctivitis
Helps manage Ocular Inflammation
Secondary thrombocytopenia
Diuresis
non-suppurative Thyroiditis
Primary adrenocortical insufficiency
Adrenal Cortex Hormones
Helps manage unresponsive to topical corticosteroids
acquired immune hemolytic anemia
Crohn Disease
Helps manage acute Crohn's Disease (CD)
Atopic Dermatitis
Helps manage Atopic Dermatitis
Congenital Hypoplastic Anemia
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
Neurologic Involvement
Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP)
Drug hypersensitivity reaction
Contact Dermatitis
Mycosis Fungoides
Helps manage Mycosis Fungoides (MF)
Thyroiditis
Ulcerative Colitis
Helps manage Ulcerative Colitis
Sarcoidosis
Helps manage symptomatic Sarcoidosis
Secondary adrenocortical insufficiency
Malignant Neoplasms
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
induction of Diuresis
Idiopathic Nephrotic Syndrome
symptomatic Sarcoidosis
Helps manage symptomatic Sarcoidosis
Asthma
Helps manage Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis
Helps manage Ulcerative Colitis
Ocular Inflammation
Helps manage Ocular Inflammation
Pemphigus
Helps manage Pemphigus
Trichinosis
Pemphigus
Helps manage Pemphigus
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Adrenal Insufficiency
Addison Disease
Lupus Erythematosus
Proteinuria
Uremia
Bullous dermatitis herpetiformis
Helps manage Bullous dermatitis herpetiformis
Tuberculosis
Used to treat fulminating Tuberculosis in combination with Aminosalicylic acid
Serum Sickness
exfoliative erythroderma
Helps manage exfoliative erythroderma
Anemia, Diamond-Blackfan
Lupus
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Patient Participation
Tuberculosis
Used to treat Disseminated tuberculosis in combination with Aminosalicylic acid
Aspiration Pneumonitis
Drug Allergy
Asthma
Helps manage Asthma
Effectiveness
How Deltasone Affects Patients
Prednisone is a type of medication that works by blocking certain signals in the body that cause inflammation. It only remains in the body for a few hours, and patients may need to take doses that are higher than what the body produces naturally. People taking this medication should be aware of the potential side effects, such as an increased risk of infections and suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis.
How Deltasone works in the body
Prednisone is changed in the liver to its active form, prednisolone. This works to narrow blood vessels and reduce the flow of white blood cells to inflamed areas of the body. It also prevents cells from dying, lowers the formation of certain acids, and helps produce anti-inflammatory substances. Low doses of prednisolone reduce inflammation, while high doses weaken the immune system. When taken for a long time, prednisolone can raise sodium levels and lower potassium levels.
When to interrupt dosage
The measure of Deltasone is contingent upon the recognized affliction, including Malignant Lymphomas, Thyroiditis and Tuberculosis Meningitis. The magnitude of dosage is subject to the technique of delivery (e.g. Oral or Solution, concentrate) featured in the table beneath.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Dermatomyositis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
prophylaxis of graves ophthalmopathy
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Craniotomy
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
exfoliative erythroderma
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Addison Disease
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
varicella-zoster virus acute retinal necrosis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Psoriasis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Trichinosis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
induction of Diuresis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Diuresis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Sarcoidosis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Brain
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Brain
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Optic Neuritis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Malignant Neoplasms
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
HIV Positive
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Red-Cell Aplasia, Pure
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Psoriatic Arthritis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Ulcerative Colitis
, 5.0 mg/mL, 2.5 mg, 10.0 mg, 5.0 mg, 20.0 mg, 1.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 0.2 mg, 0.1 mg, 2.0 mg/mg, 2.0 mg, 5.0 mg/mg
, Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, Solution, concentrate - Oral, Solution, concentrate, Tablet, delayed release - Oral, Tablet, delayed release, Kit
Warnings
Deltasone Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Mycoses
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Prednisone may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Deltasone.
Common Deltasone Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
2-Methoxyethanol
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with 2-Methoxyethanol.
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Abatacept
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with Abatacept.
Abetimus
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with Abetimus.
Acteoside
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Prednisone is combined with Acteoside.
Deltasone Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Taking too much prednisone can lead to a range of unpleasant side effects, such as mental symptoms, fullness in the face, fat deposits, fluid retention, increased appetite, weight gain, increased body hair, acne, stretch marks, bruising, excessive sweating, skin discoloration, thinning hair on the scalp, high blood pressure, rapid heartbeat, difficulty fighting infections, delayed healing of wounds and bones, headaches, weakness, irregular menstrual cycles, worsened menopausal symptoms, nerve damage, bone fractures, reduced bone density, stomach ulcers, decreased blood sugar levels, low potassium levels, and reduced adrenal gland function.
Deltasone Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Deltasone?
70 active studies are currently evaluating the effectiveness of Deltasone for Adrenal Cortex Hormones, Disseminated Tuberculosis and Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Drug Allergy
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2
Asthma
85 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3
Tuberculosis
0 Actively Recruiting
Relapsing Polychondritis
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2
Giant Cell Arteritis
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3
Lupus
65 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 4, Early Phase 1
Tennis Elbow
0 Actively Recruiting
Acute Coryza
0 Actively Recruiting
Ulcerative Colitis
17 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2, Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 4
Bell Palsy
0 Actively Recruiting
Polymyalgia Rheumatica
3 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 2
Patient Participation
0 Actively Recruiting
Crohn Disease
0 Actively Recruiting
Chorioretinitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Acne Vulgaris
3 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 4
Brain
6 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable
acute Bursitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Brain
0 Actively Recruiting
Arthritis, Juvenile
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Bullous dermatitis herpetiformis
0 Actively Recruiting
Deltasone Reviews: What are patients saying about Deltasone?
5
Patient Review
7/15/2010
Deltasone for Psoriasis associated with Arthritis
5
Patient Review
12/31/2010
Deltasone for Crohn's Disease
5
Patient Review
3/12/2021
Deltasone for Joint Disease which may include Attacks of Acute Arthritis
4.7
Patient Review
7/1/2013
Deltasone for Myasthenia Gravis
4.7
Patient Review
9/18/2009
Deltasone for Asthma
4
Patient Review
1/17/2013
Deltasone for Allergic Reaction caused by a Drug
3.7
Patient Review
12/26/2013
Deltasone for Rheumatoid Arthritis
3.3
Patient Review
9/23/2013
Deltasone for Inflammation & Obstruction of Smallest Breathing Passages
2
Patient Review
10/16/2013
Deltasone for Inflammation & Obstruction of Smallest Breathing Passages
1.3
Patient Review
9/9/2009
Deltasone for Crohn's Disease
1
Patient Review
7/24/2009
Deltasone for Asthma
Patient Q&A Section about deltasone
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is Deltasone a steroid?
"Deltasone suppresses cells in the human immune system, which helps to treat a large number of health problems."
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What is the difference between prednisone and Deltasone?
"Deltasone, Liquid Pred, Meticorten, and Orasone are all trade names for the generic drug Prednisone. In some cases, health care professionals may use one of these trade names when referring to Prednisone."
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What are the side effects of the medication Deltasone?
"These are some of the side effects that may occur when taking this medication. If any of these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately."
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What does Deltasone used for?
"Deltasone is a prescription medication used to relieve the symptoms of various conditions such as arthritis, blood disorders, breathing difficulties, severe allergies, skin diseases, cancer, eye problems and disorders of the immune system. It can be used on its own or in conjunction with other medications."
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