Prednisolone
7 NDCs across 5 manufacturers|7 Generic,0 Brand
Prednisolone is used to treat adrenal insufficiency, hemolytic anemia, asthma, berylliosis, brain neoplasms and ulcerative colitis, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
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The brand product was first FDA-approved before 1982, and the first generic was approved Jan 1, 1982. FDA's Orange Book lists 3 AB-rated (therapeutically equivalent) products for this ingredient. In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $2 million on Prednisolone across 20,000 claims for 15,000 beneficiaries.
Prednisolone is available as 7 NDCs from 5 manufacturers (7 generic, 0 brand), with NADAC prices from $0.57 to $0.62 per ML — a 8% difference between cheapest and most expensive. Every pack size and labeler in this drug market is compared side-by-side below.
Total NDCs
7
7G / 0B
Manufacturers
5
competing in market
Price Spread
$0.57 – $0.62
per ML, 4 of 7 NDCs
7d Activity
avg -0.9% WoW · of 7 NDCs
Market Price Trend
Monthly average NADAC per unit, split by generic and brand.
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Manufacturer Breakdown
5 manufacturers producing PREDNISOLONE
| Drug ↕ | Price | 7d Change ↕ |
|---|---|---|
PREDNISOLONE 5 MG TABLET | $8.4839 per EA | -1.51% |
PREDNISOLONE 5 MG TABLET | $8.4839 per EA | -1.51% |
PREDNISOLONE 5 MG TABLET | $8.4839 per EA | -1.51% |
PREDNISOLONE 15 MG/5 ML SYRUP | $0.6153 per ML | +0.05% |
PREDNISOLONE 15 MG/5 ML SOLN | $0.6153 per ML | +0.05% |
PREDNISOLONE 15 MG/5 ML SOLN | $0.5676 per ML | -1.12% |
PREDNISOLONE 15 MG/5 ML SYRUP | $0.5676 per ML | -1.12% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prednisolone used to treat?
Prednisolone is used to treat adrenal insufficiency, hemolytic anemia, asthma, berylliosis, brain neoplasms and ulcerative colitis, per the National Library of Medicine's MED-RT classification.
When did Prednisolone become available as a generic?
FDA approved the first generic Prednisolone (ANDA) on Jan 1, 1982. The Orange Book currently lists 3 AB-rated products for this ingredient, meaning FDA considers them therapeutically equivalent to the brand.
How much does Medicare spend on Prednisolone?
In 2024, Medicare Part D spent $2 million on Prednisolone across 20,000 claims for 15,000 beneficiaries.
How many Prednisolone products are on the market?
The Prednisolone drug market contains 7 NDCs from 5 manufacturers — 7 generic and 0 brand products.
What is the price range for Prednisolone?
NADAC reference prices for Prednisolone range from $0.5676 to $0.6153 per ML — a 8% difference between cheapest and most expensive. 3 additional products are priced per different units (e.g. liquids per ML) and aren't directly comparable.
Which manufacturers make Prednisolone?
5 manufacturers list Prednisolone in NADAC. Ranked by number of NDCs, the largest are Lannett Company Inc. (2), PAI Holdings LLC (2), Aurobindo Pharma Limited (1), Hisun Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. (1), Chartwell RX LLC (1).
How has the price of Prednisolone changed recently?
Over the past 7 days, 2 Prednisolone NDCs rose and 5 fell, with a market-wide average change of -0.9%.