DELTA-CORTEF vs PREDNISOLONE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

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

Attribute	DELTA-CORTEF	PREDNISOLONE
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	$0.60 /mL	$0.60 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	PREDNISOLONE	PREDNISOLONE
Manufacturer	Pharmacia and Upjohn	Elkins Sinn
Dosage forms	Tablet	Solution, Syrup, Tablet
Drug class	Corticosteroid	Corticosteroid
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	2 to 4 hours	2 to 4 hours
Treats	Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Asthma	Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Asthma

delta-cortef prednisolone

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

$0.60 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

PREDNISOLONE

Manufacturer

Pharmacia and Upjohn

Elkins Sinn

Dosage forms

Tablet

Solution, Syrup, Tablet

Drug class

Corticosteroid

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

2 to 4 hours

Treats

Adrenal Insufficiency, Hemolytic Anemia, Asthma

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Delta-Cortef or Prednisolone?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.60 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Delta-Cortef and Prednisolone?

Both Delta-Cortef and Prednisolone share the active ingredient Prednisolone.

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.