Prednisone

INN: prednisone

Approved for use in:

Crohn’s Disease (mild-severe)

Type/Class

Corticosteroid

Delivery Route

Oral (tablet)

Health Canada Approval

1982

Storage

Store between 15 and 30°C.

Use in Older Adults (65+)

May be used, please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Indication

May increase risk of fetal malformations, adrenal insufficiency, and cataracts in fetus; only use if benefits outweigh risks.

Breastfeeding Indication

May suppress growth or interfere with glucocorticoid production of breastfed infants.

Pediatric Indication

Acute cases only – may inhibit growth.

Learn More

View the prednisone product monograph.