Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Apr 11, 2024

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Orapred, Pediapred, Flo-Pred

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Corticosteroids

Forms:

Tablet, orally disintegrating tablet, solution, suspension

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

  • Endocrine disorders with low corticosteroid levels 
  • Inflammatory conditions of the eyes, skin, blood, joints, gastrointestinal tract, central nervous system, and kidneys
  • Allergic reactions 
  • Autoimmune conditions 
  • Certain types of cancers
  • Prevention of transplant rejection

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate Drug Class

Prednisolone sodium phosphate (preh-nih-soh-lone soh-dee-um fos-fayt) is a corticosteroid.

Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate Age Range

Prednisolone sodium phosphate is approved for use in adults and children.