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Definition of Hydrocortisone

1. Noun. An adrenal-cortex hormone (trade names Hydrocortone or Cortef) that is active in carbohydrate and protein metabolism.

Definition of Hydrocortisone

1. Noun. (steroid hormone) A steroid hormone, produced by the adrenal cortex, that regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates and maintains blood pressure. ¹

2. Noun. (pharmaceutical drug) A synthetic version of this hormone used to treat Addison's disease and other conditions. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Hydrocortisone

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Medical Definition of Hydrocortisone

1. (11 beta)-11,17,21-trihydroxypregn-4-ene-3,20-dione. The main glucocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions. Pharmacological action: steroidal anti-inflammatory agents. Chemical name: Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 11,17,21-trihydroxy-, (11beta)- (12 Dec 1998)

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