Noun: prednisone 'pred-ni,zown
- A synthetic glucocorticoid used to treat arthritis and as an immunosuppressant
"Prednisone is often prescribed for acute asthma attacks";
- Orasone, Deltasone, Liquid Pred, Meticorten
Derived forms: prednisones
Type of: anti-inflammatory, anti-inflammatory drug, glucocorticoid
Encyclopedia: Prednisone