1. Plural of prednisone; a synthetic corticosteroid drug used to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system in treating various medical conditions.
Usage: Medical/pharmaceutical term; Usually used in plural when referring to multiple doses, tablets, or prescriptions

Examples

• The patient was prescribed multiple prednisones to manage her rheumatoid arthritis.
• Different prednisones dosages were tested to find the most effective treatment.
• The pharmacy filled several prednisones prescriptions for the clinic.
• Doctors often recommend prednisones for severe allergic reactions.
• Long-term use of prednisones can have significant side effects.