Corticosteroids – general use
Treatment with corticosteroids
Prednisolone
Prednisolone 1mg tablets
Prednisolone 5mg tablets
Dexamethasone
Dexamethasone 500microgram tablets
Dexamethasone 2mg tablets
Dexamethasone (base) 3.3mg/1ml solution for injection ampoules
Hydrocortisone
Hydrocortisone 10mg tablets
Hydrocortisone 20mg tablets
Hydrocortisone sodium succinate 100mg powder and solvent for solution for injection vials
Hydrocortisone sodium succinate 100mg powder for solution for injection vials
Methylprednisolone sodium succinate
Methylprednisolone sodium succinate 40mg powder and solvent for solution for injection vials
Methylprednisolone sodium succinate 125mg powder and solvent for solution for injection vials
Methylprednisolone sodium succinate 500mg powder and solvent for solution for injection vials
Methylprednisolone sodium succinate 1g powder and solvent for solution for injection vials
Methylprednisolone acetate
Methylprednisolone acetate 40mg/1ml suspension for injection vials
Methylprednisolone acetate 80mg/2ml suspension for injection vials
Methylprednisolone acetate 120mg/3ml suspension for injection vials
Prescribing Notes:
- See the Healthcare Improvement Scotland website for details around the use of a Steroid Emergency Card.
- Prednisolone tablets may be dispersed in water for those unable to swallow whole tablets. This is an off-label use but more cost-effective option than other formulations. Refer to local board policies on the use of unlicensed (and off-label) medicines for further guidance.
History Notes
30/07/2026
Regional formulary chapter launched.