Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
prednisolone
Medicine/Drug
pred-nis-o-lone
Definition
Prednisolone is a synthetic corticosteroid used to treat various inflammatory and autoimmune conditions.
Examples
- Prednisolone is often prescribed for asthma to reduce inflammation in the airways.
- After her surgery, she was given prednisolone to help with the healing process.
- He took prednisolone to manage symptoms of his arthritis.
Meaning
It is a medication that mimics the effects of hormones produced by the adrenal glands, helping to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system.
Synonyms
- corticosteroid
- steroid
- anti-inflammatory agent
