noun
- a synthetic corticosteroid drug used to treat inflammation, allergies, and autoimmune conditions
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor prescribed prednisone to reduce the swelling in her joints.
- He took prednisone for his severe asthma attack.
- Prednisone can help control symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
- The veterinarian gave the dog prednisone for its skin allergies.
- Long-term use of prednisone may cause side effects.
- She gradually reduced her prednisone dosage under medical supervision.