Table 1 Definition of conventional terms for glucocorticoid dosages.
Dose | Definition |
|---|---|
Low | ≤7.5 mg prednisone equivalent/day |
Medium | >7.5 mg but ≤30 mg prednisone equivalent/day |
High | >30 mg but ≤100 mg prednisone equivalent/day |
Very high | >100 mg prednisone equivalent/day |
Pulse therapy | ≥250 mg prednisone equivalent/day for 1 day or a few days |