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PREDNISOLONE
(prednisolone) Tablet

DRUG DESCRIPTION

Glucocorticoids are adrenocortical steroids, both naturally occurring and synthetic, which are readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Prednisolone is a white crystalline powder, very slightly soluble in water. It is designated chemically as pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione,11,17,21-trihydroxy-,(11β)-. The structural formula is represented below:

Prednisolone Structural Formula Illustration

C21H28O5          M.W. 360.45

Prednisolone Tablets USP 5 mg contain the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, D&C Yellow No.10, docusate sodium, FD&C Yellow No. 6, magnesium stearate and sodium benzoate.

Brand Name: Prednisolone
Generic Name: Prednisolone Tablets

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