Prednisolone
Brand: Pred
Corticosteroid
Glucocorticoid
Chemistry
| PubChem |
CID: 5755 |
Structure
Pharmacokinetics
| Half-life | 3 hours |
| Clearance Route | hepatic |
| Active Metabolites | uncertain |
| Notes | Short-acting steroid |
⚠️ Safety & Warnings
Severity: Moderate
Adverse Effects:
Weight gain, mood changes, immunosuppression
Contraindications:
Systemic fungal infection
Precautions:
Long-term use requires tapering