Prednisone
A synthetic corticosteroid that suppresses inflammation and immune response; used for autoimmune, allergic, and inflammatory conditions.
Prednisone is a prodrug converted to prednisolone in the liver. Long-term use causes Cushingoid effects: moon face, buffalo hump, central obesity, osteoporosis, and immunosuppression.
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