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Relative Potency of Synthetic Steroids [1]
| Drugs | Glucocorticoid activity | Mineralocorticoid activity | Equivalent dose (mg) | Duration of action (h) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone (cortisol) | 1 | 1 | 20 | 8–12 |
| Prednisone | 4 | 0.8 | 5 | 12–36 |
| Prednisolone | 4 | 0.8 | 5 | 12–36 |
| Methylprednisolone | 5 | 0.5 | 4 | 12–36 |
| Dexamethasone | 30–40 | 0 | 0.5–0.75 | 36–54 |
| Fludrocortisone | 10 | 250 | 2 | 24 |
| Aldosterone | 0 | 3000 |
