Prednisone

Systemic Corticosteroid

Drug Class: Systemic Corticosteroid
Mechanism of Action (MOA): Glucocorticoid receptor agonist → broad anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive gene modulation.
Clinical Notes: Countless inflammatory/autoimmune uses. Hyperglycemia, osteoporosis, adrenal suppression (taper — don't stop abruptly), infection risk, Cushingoid/mood effects.
Source: FDA label (DailyMed)