Is Prednisone Tablets a hormonal medication?
Disease description:
I have had gout recently, so I have been taking Prednisone tablets. However, two days ago while chatting with my friend, I heard him say that this medication belongs to the category of hormone drugs, since when I have been particularly cautious. May I ask, is Prednisone a hormone medication?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
Prednisone tablets are hormone medications. Specifically:
1. Drug Classification: Prednisone tablets belong to the class of glucocorticoid hormones and contain definite hormone components.
2. Pharmacological Effects: It has anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, and immunosuppressive properties, can reduce capillary permeability, prevent exacerbation of inflammation, and inhibit the release of toxic substances.
3. Clinical Applications: Prednisone tablets are commonly used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus, bronchial asthma, dermatomyositis, acute leukemia, and other diseases. They also have certain therapeutic effects on allergic dermatitis and skin pruritus.
4. Precautions: It should be used according to medical instructions. Attention should be paid to indications and contraindications, and excessive or prolonged use should be avoided to minimize adverse reactions.
