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Is Meprednisone vegetarian?

Meprednisone

Vegetarian Vegetarian
Vegan Vegan

Meprednisone is a synthetic glucocorticoid, a methylated derivative of prednisone, used for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties.

Also known as Pregna-1,4-diene-3,11,20-trione, 17,21-dihydroxy-16-methyl-, (16beta)-
INCI name Meprednisone
CAS number 1247-42-3
EC number 214-996-1
CosIng ID 81878
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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