Prednisone 5 mg Tablets — Generic For Deltasone — Strides

Medication Summary

Medication Summary: This section summarizes DailyMed drug label information to make the label easier to understand. It is not a substitute for the official label, pharmacist counseling, prescriber instructions, or medical advice.

Overview

Prednisone Tablets USP are an oral corticosteroid medicine containing prednisone. The tablets are available in 2.5 mg and 5 mg strengths.

Prednisone is a glucocorticoid, a type of adrenocortical steroid. The label states that glucocorticoids have anti-inflammatory effects and also modify the body’s immune responses.

This medicine is indicated for a wide range of conditions, including certain endocrine, rheumatic, collagen, skin, allergic, eye, respiratory, blood, cancer-related, kidney, digestive, and nervous system conditions. The label also notes that dosing must be individualized based on the disease being treated and the patient’s response.

Storage Information

protecting against undesirable pharmacologic effects. Store at 20° to 25 °C (68° to 77 °F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30 °C (59° to 86 °F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Dispense in a tight, child-resistant container as defined in the USP/NF.

Key Counseling Points

• This medicine is taken by mouth and is a corticosteroid (glucocorticoid).
• Take it exactly as prescribed; the label says dosing must be individualized.
• Do not stop prednisone suddenly if you have been taking it for a long time; the label recommends gradual withdrawal.
• Tell your healthcare provider if you have any infection, because corticosteroids can suppress the immune system and increase infection risk.
• Avoid exposure to chickenpox or measles if you are taking immunosuppressant doses of corticosteroids; seek medical advice if exposed.
• Tell your healthcare provider if you have latent tuberculosis, hepatitis B infection, or a history of fungal infection.
• Use caution if you have conditions mentioned in the label such as hypertension, osteoporosis, peptic ulcer disease, renal insufficiency, or myasthenia gravis.
• The label notes possible psychiatric effects such as mood swings, insomnia, depression, or psychotic symptoms.
• The label lists possible eye-related adverse reactions, including cataracts, glaucoma, and increased intraocular pressure.
• Report suspected adverse reactions to the manufacturer or FDA as listed in the label.

Helpful Patient Education

Prednisone Tablets USP are an oral corticosteroid medicine available in 2.5 mg and 5 mg strengths. According to the DailyMed label, prednisone is a glucocorticoid that is used for a broad range of inflammatory, allergic, rheumatic, endocrine, dermatologic, ophthalmic, respiratory, hematologic, gastrointestinal, and other conditions.

This product page information is based on the official label and includes key safety details such as infection risk, the need for individualized dosing, and gradual tapering when stopping long-term therapy. Prednisone tablets contain prednisone USP and inactive ingredients including lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch, and sodium starch glycolate.

Medication Summary last generated: 2026-07-19 02:55:43