Meticorten is a brand name for a type of corticosteroid medication used to treat various conditions such as arthritis, asthma, and allergies. The main active ingredient in meticorten is prednisone, a synthetic steroid hormone. However, there are many synonyms for the word meticorten that can be used interchangeably with this medication, such as prednisone, cortisone, hydrocortisone, and dexamethasone. These medications all work to reduce inflammation, as well as suppress the immune system's response to various triggers. While they are similar in their mode of action, each medication has its own unique properties, dosing schedule, and potential side effects that should be discussed with a healthcare provider.