Table 5 Steroid protocol
Prednisone (PDN) | Dosage | Duration |
|---|---|---|
Treatment of the first episode | ||
60 mg/m2 (maximum 60 mg) | in single or 2 divided doses | 6 weeks |
40 mg/m2 (maximum 40 mg) | on alternate days | 6 weeks |
Treatment of the first relapse | ||
60 mg/m2 (maximum 60 mg) | in a single or 2 divided doses | Until urine protein is negative for 5 days |
40 mg/m2 (maximum 40 mg) | on alternate days | 4 weeks |