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Hydrocortisone (Cortisol) Summary

12792 relevant articles (459 outcomes, 1423 trials/studies) found for this Drug

Description: 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.

Also Known As: Cortisol; Cortril; 11-Epicortisol; Cortifair; Epicortisol Show All >>

Key Diseases for which Hydrocortisone is Relevant

  1. Cushing Syndrome : 41 outcomes 59 studies in 909 results
  2. Adrenal Insufficiency (Adrenal Gland Hypofunction) : 20 outcomes 33 studies in 389 results
  3. Asthma (Bronchial Asthma) : 19 outcomes 29 studies in 253 results
  4. Neoplasms (Cancer) : 18 outcomes 63 studies in 632 results
  5. Pain (Aches) : 18 outcomes 36 studies in 277 results
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Drugs Related to Hydrocortisone

  1. Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH)
  2. Dexamethasone (Maxidex)
  3. Insulin (Novolin)
  4. Hydrocortisone (Cortisol)
  5. Steroids
  6. Hormones
  7. Aldosterone
  8. Epinephrine (Adrenaline)
  9. Glucose (Dextrose)
  10. Testosterone (Sustanon)
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Therapies Related to Hydrocortisone

  1. Adrenalectomy
  2. Drug Therapy (Chemotherapy)
  3. Enema (Enemas)
  4. Injections
  5. Aftercare (After-Treatment)
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