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Prednisone tablets, USP contain prednisone, USP which is a glucocorticoid. Glucocorticoids are adrenocortical steroids, both naturally occurring and synthetic, which are readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Prednisone, USP is a white to practically white, crystalline powder. It is very slightly soluble in water; slightly soluble in alcohol, in chloroform, in dioxane, and in methanol. The chemical name for prednisone is 17,21-dihydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3,11,20-trione. Its molecular formula is C 21 H 26 O 5 and its molecular weight is 358.4 g/mole. The structural formula is represented below: Prednisone tablets, USP are available in 2 strengths: 10 mg and 20 mg. Inactive Ingredients: Lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch and sodium starch glycolate type A. Meets USP Dissolution Test 2. ACTIONS Naturally occurring glucocorticoids (hydrocortisone and cortisone), which also have salt-retaining properties, are used as replacement therapy in adrenocortical deficiency states. Their synthetic analogs are primarily used for their potent anti-inflammatory effects in disorders of many organ systems. Glucocorticoids cause profound and varied metabolic effects. In addition, they modify the body's immune responses to diverse stimuli. structure