VHOSPITAL.CLINIC · Drug Reference
Prednisone is a corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, used in a wide range of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Corticosteroids are synthetic versions of cortisol that exert potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. They affect virtually every body system and have numerous clinical applications.
Used for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions including asthma, COPD, allergic reactions, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and as replacement therapy in adrenal insufficiency.
Short courses are generally safe. Long-term use causes significant side effects. Never stop high-dose or long-term corticosteroids abruptly — risk of adrenal crisis.
Prednisolone
Prednisolone is a corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, used in a wide range of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Dexamethasone
Dexamethasone is a corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, used in a wide range of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Hydrocortisone
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, used in a wide range of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Methylprednisolone
Methylprednisolone is a corticosteroid with potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects, used in a wide range of inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
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