Drug Name:Prednisone
Drug Class:Corticosteroid
Mechanism of Action:
  • Binds to glucocorticoid receptors in the cytoplasm of cells
  • Modulates gene expression and protein synthesis
  • Inhibits the production of inflammatory cytokines
Use:
  • Anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive agent
  • Used to treat a variety of conditions including allergic reactions, asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory bowel disease
Side Effects:
  • Increased appetite and weight gain
  • Insomnia
  • Mood changes
  • Increased risk of infection
  • Osteoporosis
  • Glaucoma
  • Hyperglycemia
Contraindications:
  • Active infections
  • Live vaccines
  • Pregnancy
  • Breastfeeding
Specialty:
  • Rheumatology
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Pulmonology