Prednisone/Prednisolone Pediatric Dosage Calculator
Corticosteroid dosing for asthma exacerbations, croup, nephrotic syndrome, and other inflammatory conditions in children.
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⚠️ Warnings & Contraindications
- Short-term: increased appetite, mood changes, hyperactivity, insomnia, hyperglycemia
- Long-term (>2 weeks): growth suppression, adrenal suppression, weight gain, osteoporosis, cataracts
- Do NOT stop abruptly after prolonged use - taper to prevent adrenal crisis
- Live vaccines contraindicated during and for 3-6 months after high-dose therapy
- May mask signs of infection
- For croup, single dose of dexamethasone (0.6 mg/kg) is often preferred over prednisolone
ℹ️ Clinical Notes
Prednisolone preferred over prednisone in children (prednisone must be converted to active prednisolone in liver). Oral solution: 5 mg/mL, 15 mg/5 mL. Tablets: 1 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 50 mg. Orapred ODT: 10 mg, 15 mg, 30 mg.
References
- Prednisolone pediatric dosing - Drugs.com (2026)
- AAP Asthma Exacerbation Management - AAP (2020)
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