Key facts about Deltasone
What is Deltasone?
Deltasone is the brand name of prednisone and is available as an oral tablet and solution.
What dosages is Deltasone available in?
Deltasone is available as a 1 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, and 50 mg oral tablet as well as a 5 mg/5 ml oral solution.
What is Deltasone used for?
Deltasone is a corticosteroid and is used to treat allergies or allergic reactions, skin conditions, conditions affecting certain hormones (e.g., low adrenal hormones), eye conditions, lung conditions, gut conditions (e.g., ulcerative colitis), conditions related to blood cells, certain cancers (e.g., leukemia), nervous system conditions (e.g., multiple sclerosis), joint conditions (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis), and lupus.
How does Deltasone work?
Deltasone is a corticosteroid. It’s a lab-made medication that’s similar to cortisol, a natural stress hormone your body makes. Deltasone works by calming down your body’s immune response that otherwise would cause you pain and discomfort (e.g., itching, redness, swelling).
How do I take Deltasone?
Deltasone is typically taken by mouth and the dose ranges from 5 mg to 60 mg by mouth per day, depending on the condition being treated.
Is it safe for me to take Deltasone?
Deltasone is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not take this medication if you have a systemic fungal infection.
Deltasone Common Side Effects
Common side effects of Deltasone include:
- Swelling (e.g., puffiness in the face, hands, or feet)
- Stomach bloating
- Muscle weakness
- Headache
- Insomnia (trouble sleeping)
- Changes in your mood
- Larger appetite (possibly leading to weight gain)
- Higher blood sugar
Deltasone Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with Deltasone. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious allergic reaction: trouble breathing or swallowing; swelling (on your face, lips, mouth, or throat); peeling skin; rash; hives
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on Deltasone
The following medications may interact with Deltasone:
- Phenytoin, phenobarbital, ephedrine, and rifampin – May decrease the levels and effects of Deltasone
- Warfarin – May alter PT time
- Potassium depleting diuretics – May increase risk of hypokalemia
Who makes Deltasone?
Sonoma Pharmaceuticals
Is Deltasone safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if Deltasone will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving Deltasone, talk to your healthcare provider. Infants born of mothers who have received substantial doses of corticosteroids during pregnancy should be carefully observed for signs of hypoadrenalism.
