Definition of "prednisone" [prednisone]

• A synthetic steroid, C21H26O5, similar to cortisone that is used as an antiallergic and immunosuppressive drug and as an anti-inflammatory agent in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. (noun)

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• "Mycophenolate mofetil (brand name: CELLCEPT), used in combination with Prograf and prednisone, is taken morning and night, with 12 hours between each dose, at the same times every day."
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• "Patients taking long-term prednisone often receive supplements of calcium and vitamin D to counteract the effects on bones."