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| Hydrocortisone equivalent dose (HCeq) | Glucocorticoid activity | Mineralocorticoid activity | HALF-LIFE (hours) | KIND | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone | 20 mg | 1 | 1 | 8-12 | Short action |
| Cortisone acetate | 25 mg | 0.8 | 0.8 | 8-12 | Short action |
| Prednisone | 5 mg | 4.0 | 0.2 | 12-36 | Intermediate action |
| Methylprednisolone | 4 mg | 5.0 | 0.2 to 0.5 | 12-36 | Intermediate action |
| Prednisolone | 5 mg | 4.0 | 0.2 | 12-36 | Intermediate action |
