Generic Deltasone provides relief for inflamed areas of the body. It is used to treat a number of different conditions, such as inflammation (swelling), severe allergies, adrenal problems, arthritis, asthma, blood or bone marrow problems, endocrine problems, eye or vision problems, stomach or bowel problems, lupus, skin conditions, kidney problems, ulcerative colitis, and flare-ups of multiple sclerosis. Generic Deltasone is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). It works on the immune system to help relieve swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions.
Prednisone is converted to the active metabolite prednisolone in the liver. That is why prednisone is almost always substituted by prednisolone in therapy, moreover prednisolone has less of side effects, as it is a next-generation drug.