Prednisolone
Active pharmaceutical substance formulated in Jan Aushadhi generic products for Women's Health & Hormones treatment.
🧴 Clinical Application
Take orally with food or milk in the morning as a single daily dose or in divided doses as prescribed. Do NOT crush or chew if enteric-coated. NEVER stop abruptly after long-term therapy (>2-3 weeks); taper dose gradually under medical supervision to avoid acute adrenal crisis.
⚠️ Side Effects
Short-term: Insomnia, mood changes, increased appetite, facial flushing, dyspepsia. Long-term / High-dose: Iatrogenic Cushingoid features (moon face, buffalo hump, central adiposity), osteoporosis/fractures, hyperglycemia/steroid-induced diabetes, hypertension, increased susceptibility to infections, peptic ulceration, skin thinning, and growth retardation in children.
🛡️ Safety Warnings
Black Box Warning: Sudden cessation causes acute adrenal insufficiency; gradual tapering is mandatory. Contraindicated in systemic fungal infections, live viral vaccinations, and active untreated tuberculosis. Caution in peptic ulcer disease, diabetes mellitus, osteoporosis, hypertension, and glaucoma.
Jan Aushadhi Products containing Prednisolone
Found 8 generic formulation(s) containing this active ingredient.
Prednisolone Tablets 5 mg
Prednisolone (Tablets IP 5mg/10mg/40mg) is an intermediate-acting synthetic glucocorticoid with four times the anti-inflammatory potency of hydrocortisone and minimal mineralocorticoid activity, on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It diffuses across cell membranes and binds intracellular glucocorticoid receptors, inhibiting NF-kB, downregulating phospholipase A2, and potently suppressing synthesis of prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Indicated for severe autoimmune disorders (systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis), acute asthma exacerbations, nephrotic syndrome, severe allergic reactions, inflammatory bowel disease, and immunosuppressive therapy.
Prednisolone Tablets 10 mg
Prednisolone (Tablets IP 5mg/10mg/40mg) is an intermediate-acting synthetic glucocorticoid with four times the anti-inflammatory potency of hydrocortisone and minimal mineralocorticoid activity, on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It diffuses across cell membranes and binds intracellular glucocorticoid receptors, inhibiting NF-kB, downregulating phospholipase A2, and potently suppressing synthesis of prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Indicated for severe autoimmune disorders (systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis), acute asthma exacerbations, nephrotic syndrome, severe allergic reactions, inflammatory bowel disease, and immunosuppressive therapy.
Gatifloxacin 0.3 % w/v + Prednisolone 1% w/v Eye Drops
Prednisolone Acetate / Sodium Phosphate (1% w/v eye drops) is the gold-standard topical ophthalmic corticosteroid on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It delivers high corneal and intraocular penetration, suppressing cellular infiltration, capillary dilatation, fibroblast proliferation, and collagen deposition in the anterior segment. Indicated for steroid-responsive ocular inflammation (anterior uveitis, post-operative cataract inflammation, severe allergic blepharoconjunctivitis, and corneal graft rejection prophylaxis).
Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate Eye Drops 1%w/v
Prednisolone Acetate / Sodium Phosphate (1% w/v eye drops) is the gold-standard topical ophthalmic corticosteroid on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It delivers high corneal and intraocular penetration, suppressing cellular infiltration, capillary dilatation, fibroblast proliferation, and collagen deposition in the anterior segment. Indicated for steroid-responsive ocular inflammation (anterior uveitis, post-operative cataract inflammation, severe allergic blepharoconjunctivitis, and corneal graft rejection prophylaxis).
Moxifloxacin 0.5 %w/v + Prednisolone Acetate 1%w/v Eye Drops
Moxifloxacin and Corticosteroid (Dexamethasone 0.1% or Prednisolone 1%) ophthalmic drops is a broad-spectrum anti-infective and potent anti-inflammatory combination. Moxifloxacin (0.5%), a 4th-generation fluoroquinolone, inhibits bacterial DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV across Gram-positive, Gram-negative, and atypical pathogens, while the steroid suppresses ocular surgical trauma, anterior chamber inflammation, and corneal edema. Indicated for post-operative prevention and treatment of inflammation and infection following cataract, refractive, or vitreoretinal surgery.
Prednisolone (15Mg/5Ml) Syrup
Prednisolone (Syrup 15mg/5ml) is an intermediate-acting synthetic glucocorticoid with four times the anti-inflammatory potency of hydrocortisone and minimal mineralocorticoid activity, on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It diffuses across cell membranes and binds intracellular glucocorticoid receptors, inhibiting NF-kB, downregulating phospholipase A2, and potently suppressing synthesis of prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Indicated for severe autoimmune disorders (systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis), acute asthma exacerbations, nephrotic syndrome, severe allergic reactions, inflammatory bowel disease, and immunosuppressive therapy.
Prednisolone Dispersible Tablet (20Mg)
Prednisolone (Dispersible Tablets 20mg) is an intermediate-acting synthetic glucocorticoid with four times the anti-inflammatory potency of hydrocortisone and minimal mineralocorticoid activity, on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It diffuses across cell membranes and binds intracellular glucocorticoid receptors, inhibiting NF-kB, downregulating phospholipase A2, and potently suppressing synthesis of prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Indicated for severe autoimmune disorders (systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis), acute asthma exacerbations, nephrotic syndrome, severe allergic reactions, inflammatory bowel disease, and immunosuppressive therapy.
Prednisolone Tablet (40Mg)
Prednisolone (Tablets IP 5mg/10mg/40mg) is an intermediate-acting synthetic glucocorticoid with four times the anti-inflammatory potency of hydrocortisone and minimal mineralocorticoid activity, on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines. It diffuses across cell membranes and binds intracellular glucocorticoid receptors, inhibiting NF-kB, downregulating phospholipase A2, and potently suppressing synthesis of prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and pro-inflammatory cytokines. Indicated for severe autoimmune disorders (systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis), acute asthma exacerbations, nephrotic syndrome, severe allergic reactions, inflammatory bowel disease, and immunosuppressive therapy.
Brand Equivalents & Price Comparison
Compare Jan Aushadhi generic prices against popular commercial brands for Prednisolone.
| Generic Formulation | Pack Size | Jan Aushadhi Price | Commercial Brand Equivalents | Avg. Commercial Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisolone Tablets 5 mg | 15's | ₹7.50 | OMNACORTIL, ACTICORT | ₹10.13 | 26% Save |
| Prednisolone Tablets 10 mg | 10's | ₹8.44 | OMNACORTIL | ₹12.80 | 34% Save |
| Gatifloxacin 0.3 % w/v + Prednisolone 1% w/v Eye Drops | 10ml Drops | ₹23.44 | GATIQUIN P, GATE | ₹128.72 | 82% Save |
| Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate Eye Drops 1%w/v | 10ml Drops | ₹14.06 | PRED FORTE | ₹58.20 | 76% Save |
| Moxifloxacin 0.5 %w/v + Prednisolone Acetate 1%w/v Eye Drops | 5ml Drops | ₹18.75 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Prednisolone (15Mg/5Ml) Syrup | 60 ml / 1 Bottle | Under Process | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Prednisolone Dispersible Tablet (20Mg) | 15's | Under Process | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Prednisolone Tablet (40Mg) | 10's | ₹18.32 | OMNACORTIL, Omnacortil, Lancepred | ₹31.35 | 42% Save |
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