Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
5-60 mg PO daily depending on condition.
Pediatric Dose
1-2 mg/kg/day PO (max 60 mg/day).
Renal Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Hepatic Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
C
Lactation Safety
Compatible (wait 4h after dose to nurse if high dose).
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Systemic fungal infections
Common Adverse Effects
- Hyperglycemia
- Weight gain
- Osteoporosis
- Immunosuppression
- Adrenal suppression