Prednisone Tablet: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Prednisone Tablet
| Generic name | Prednisone |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Glucocorticoids (corticosteroids) |
| Forms | Tablets (immediate-release), Delayed-release tablets, Oral solution, Concentrated oral solution (measured with a dropper) |
Prednisone is a prescription corticosteroid (steroid) medicine. It is a man-made version of hormones your adrenal glands make naturally, and it is different from the anabolic steroids some athletes use to build muscle.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.