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DECADRON-LA vs PEDIAPRED

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. DECADRON-LA and PEDIAPRED 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.

decadron-lapediapred

Rating

72/100
72/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.24 /mL
$0.60 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

DEXAMETHASONE ACETATE
PREDNISOLONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE

Manufacturer

Merck
Pai Holdings Pharm

Dosage forms

Injectable
Solution

Drug class

Corticosteroid
Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 4 hours
2 to 4 hours

Treats

Addison Disease, Brain Edema, Bursitis
Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Asthma

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Decadron-La or Pediapred?

Decadron-La and Pediapred are tied at 3.6 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Decadron-La or Pediapred?

Decadron-La costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.24 vs $0.60 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Decadron-La and Pediapred?

Decadron-La contains Dexamethasone Acetate, while Pediapred contains Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate — 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.