Steroid equivalency refers to the concept of comparing the potency or strength of different steroid medications to a standard reference, typically prednisone. This equivalence is essential for transitioning between various steroids in clinical practice or when converting dosages from one steroid to another.

- Cortisone: 0.8

- Hydrocortisone: 1

- Prednisone: 1

- Prednisolone: 1

- Methylprednisolone: 1

- Triamcinolone: 0.8

- Dexamethasone: 6-7.5

- Betamethasone: 25-30