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Drug profile · INN

meprednisone

meprednisone (BETAPAR) is a glucocorticoid receptor agonist. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
US status approved
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Drug details — meprednisone
US status
approved
Class
Route
ORAL
Patents
0
Programs
0
Data quality
0.84

Quick answer

meprednisone (BETAPAR) is a glucocorticoid receptor agonist. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN meprednisone
Brand BETAPAR
Mechanism Glucocorticoid receptor agonist
Target Glucocorticoid receptor
Route ORAL
Formulation TABLET

Mechanism of action

Glucocorticoid receptor agonist

Primary target: Glucocorticoid receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is meprednisone?

meprednisone (BETAPAR) is a glucocorticoid receptor agonist. Route of administration: oral. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for meprednisone?

BETAPAR is a marketed brand name for meprednisone. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of meprednisone?

meprednisone has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.