6 Strongest Oral Steroids And Their Risks
Dexamethasone
Methyl (17α)-pregna-1,3-dione
Dosage: 0.75-2 mg daily
Half-life: ~2 hours
Risks: Adrenal suppression, immunosuppression, bone mineral loss.
Prednisone
Methylprednisolone
Dosage: 5-25 mg every 4-6 hours
Half-life: ~1.5 hours
Risks...