Prescription · corticosteroids
Corticosteroids (Systemic)
Prednisone · Dexamethasone · Hydrocortisone · Methylprednisolone
Mechanism
Mimic cortisol, suppressing immune response and inflammation broadly.
Environmental footprint
Broad immunosuppression. Bone density loss. Elevated glucose. Mood and sleep disruption. Requires taper — never stop abruptly after sustained use.
What the evidence shows
Powerful anti-inflammatory for autoimmune conditions, asthma, and allergic reactions. Long-term use: osteoporosis, weight gain, glucose dysregulation, mood changes, adrenal suppression.
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