CORTONE vs SOLU-MEDROL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CORTONE and SOLU-MEDROL are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	CORTONE	SOLU-MEDROL
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	~$30.69 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CORTISONE ACETATE	METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE
Manufacturer	Merck	Pharmacia and Upjohn
Dosage forms	Injectable, Tablet	Injectable
Drug class	Corticosteroid	Corticosteroid
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis	Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis

cortone solu-medrol

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

~$30.69 /30

Type

Active ingredient

CORTISONE ACETATE

METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE

Manufacturer

Merck

Pharmacia and Upjohn

Dosage forms

Injectable, Tablet

Injectable

Drug class

Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Adrenal Insufficiency, Asthma, Berylliosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Cortone and Solu-Medrol?

Cortone contains Cortisone Acetate, while Solu-Medrol contains Methylprednisolone Sodium Succinate — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.