prednisone

[ pred-nuh-sohn, -zohn ]

noun

, Pharmacology.

1. an analogue of cortisone, C 2 1 H 2 6 O 5 , used as an anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, and antineoplastic in the treatment of various diseases.

prednisone

/ ˈprɛdnɪˌsəʊn /

noun

1. a steroid drug derived from cortisone and having the same uses

Word History and Origins

Origin of prednisone¹

First recorded in 1950–55; pre(gna)d(ie)n(e) , a component of its chemical name + (cort)isone

Word History and Origins

Origin of prednisone¹

C20: perhaps from pre ( gnant ) + -d ( ie ) n ( e ) + ( cort ) isone

Example Sentences

Acne can be a side effect of certain medications, including some mental health drugs like lithium or corticosteroids like prednisone, Ploch said.

From Seattle Times

In addition to trying to find a treatment that would bring McNaughton's colitis into remission, Loftus wanted to wean him off the steroid prednisone, which he had been taking since his initial diagnosis in 2014.

From Salon

She started the patient on a high dose of prednisone to weaken the white-cell-led attack.

From New York Times

Now 31, the single mom has a new set of drugs to take, including blood pressure medication, beta blockers and prednisone.

From Washington Post

A: For a severe allergic reaction like yours, corticosteroids like prednisone can be extremely helpful.

From Seattle Times