Synonym(s)
Delta cortisone
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Biologically ineffective glucocorticoid that is metabolised in the liver to prednisolone.
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3,5 h or 2,2±0,5 h (metabolites).
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IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Agent of choice in systemic glucocorticoid therapy. S.a. Glucocorticoids, systemic.
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Initial 20-100 mg p.o. in the morning, rapid reduction to maintenance therapy of 5-10 mg/day.
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Decortin
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