Any of a number of hormonal steroid substances obtained from the cortex of the adrenal gland such as glucocorticoids, minerocorticoids, and androgens.

a steroid produced by the adrenal cortex. Corticosteroids have anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties, and are used to treat a variety of conditions.

A synthetic hormone, which stops the body's normal reaction to infection and foreign tissue, such as a transplanted organ. Prednisone is a corticosteroid.

Another name for a glucocorticoid. A type of steroid hormone synthesized and secreted from the adrenal cortex.

A synthetic hormone similar to that naturally produced by the adrenal gland that suppresses the immune system and reduces inflammation; available in pill, cream, and injectable forms.

any of various adrenal-cortex steroids (as corticosterone, cortisone, and aldosterone) used medically, especially as anti-inflammatory agents

steroid hormone produced by adrenal cortex. (More? Endocrine Notes)

A steroidal compound found in urine which has biological properties resembling those of adrenal cortical extract.

(kore-tih-koe-STER-oid) Group of synthetic hormones, including prednisone, prednisolone, methylprednisolone and dexamethasone, that are used in the treatment of some leukemias or to suppress rejection following bone marrow transplantation

(cor-ti-co-STER-oid) : any of a number of steroid substances obtained from the cortex of the adrenal glands. They are sometimes used as an anti-cancer treatment.

Potent class of drugs that has anti-inflammatory, immunosuppressive, and antitumor effects. Dexamethasone and prednisone are examples of corticosteroids.

A natural steroid that comes from the cortex or adrenal gland, or a synthetic version. Corticosteroids can reduce swelling, pain, and other manifestations of inflammation.

Corticosteroid, also called ‘preventer' or ‘controller', is a type of asthma medication that reduces inflammation in the lungs to keep asthma controlled and prevent ‘attacks'. They are not the same as the ‘anabolic' steroids taken illegally by athletes.

a hormonal substance that is the most effective drug for reducing inflammation

a steroid hormone that is produced in the adrenal cortex

A steroid medicine that is used to treat or prevent allergic reactions by reducing inflammation. Used in preventer medicines for people with asthma and in creams to treat eczema. Severe cases may need to be treated orally with corticosteroid tablets.

See Steroid.

A hormone that is produced by the cortex of the adrenal gland, an organ which located above the kidneys. There are two major types of corticosteroids. The glucocorticoids are essential in the utilization of carbohydrates, fat and proteins and in the reaction to stress. They have very powerful anti-inflammatory effects. The mineralocorticoids are used for the control of salt and water balance.

An adrenal-cortex steroid used to control inflammation. These include cortisone, fluticasone, beclomethasone, mometasone, and prednisone. Steroids are the body’s chemical messengers.

Anti-inflammatory drug that reduces airway inflammation causing a reduction in nasal swelling and swelling of bronchial tubes; can cause weight gain and increased appetite

A naturally occurring steroid which reduces inflammation. Synthetic corticosteroids are given as injections to treat inflammatory conditions.

anti-inflammatory medicine. In rhinitis, this type of medicine helps reduce symptoms of runny nose, sneezing, and nasal congestion.

A medicine that reduces swelling, or inflammation.

Hormones produced by the adrenal gland which are important to almost every function of cells and organs. They are divided into two groups: glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids. Glucocorticoids regulate protein, carbohydrate, and fat metabolism. Mineralocorticoids regulate electrolyte balances.

Steroidal anti-inflammatory medication useful for people who have asthma. Considered the most effective controller medication available today. Delivered as an inhaler, in pill or liquid form. Not the same as anabolic steroids.

or corticoid, is a biologically active steroid produced in the interrenal, i. e. cortical, tissue of adrenal cortex.

A medication taken orally or nasally that helps control the symptoms of allergic rhinitis and asthma. In severe cases, corticosteroids can be given intravenously.

a type of steroid, either natural or man-made, often used to treat arthritis or certain allergies

Corticosteroids (steroids) may be used for hormone replacement and for the management of some of the complications of breast cancer and its treatment.

Corticosteroid drugs work by reducing inflammation. Usually given as inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) for the long-term management of COPD. Tablet preparations are often given during acute exacerbations

Any of the steroid hormones made by the cortex (outer layer) of the adrenal gland. Cortisol is a corticosteroid. See the entire definition of Corticosteroid

A synthetic hormone similar to that produced naturally by the adrenal glands which is available in pill, topical, and injectable forms.

A drug used to reduce inflammation and other immune responses.

(KOR-tih-koh-STAIR-oyd) Any steroid hormone made in the adrenal cortex (the outer part of the adrenal gland). They are also made in the laboratory. Corticosteroids have many different effects in the body, and are used to treat many different conditions. They may be used as hormone replacement, to suppress the immune system, and to treat some side effects of cancer and its treatment. Corticosteroids are also used to treat certain lymphomas and lymphoid leukemias.

An anti-inflammatory medication used to treat the itching and swelling associated with some allergic reactions.

one of a group of steroid hormones (e.g., prednisone, corticosterone, cortisone, aldosterone) produced by the cortex of the adrenal gland or manufactured synthetically. Corticosteroids are used in the treatment of a variety of conditions; they have anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties.

A group of anti-inflammatory drugs similar to the natural corticosteroid hormones produced by the adrenal glands

a type of hormone produced by the adrenal glands naturally. Prednisone and Prednisolone are synthetic corticosteroids used to reduce inflammation.

a natural substance found in the body that helps to fight inflammation

A class of steroid-type drugs that are used to suppress inflammation and function as slow-acting bronchodilators. Examples include prednisone, cortisone, fluticasone, beclomethasone, and others. Steroids are similar to hormones produced in the body's adrenal glands that serve as chemical messengers.

A medication used to reduce inflammation.

An anti-inflammatory medication that reduces inflammation in body tissue.

A steroid produced by the adrenocortex, serving a similar function as those body chemicals created in the adrenal glands--aiding your body in times of stress.

Hormones produced by the body or manufactured synthetically.

Corticoid or Cortisone: Adrenal cortical hormones used as anti-inflammatory medication. See also The Question Fair. ( corticoïde, cortisone, n.f)

A steroid produced by the adrenal glands. It acts as an anti-inflammatory and helps maintain blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and muscle strength and controls salt and water balance.

used to reduce swelling and inflammation.

A drug (steroid) used clinically to suppress inflammation of the tissues and to suppress the immune response.

a hormone produced by the adrenal gland or synthetically. Regulates salt and water balance and has an anti-inflammatory effect.

any of the steroid hormones made by the cortex (outer layer) of the adrenal gland. Cortisol is a corticosteroid. A number of medications are analogs of natural corticosteroid hormones.

a hormone produced in the adrenal gland. Corticosteroids help to control blood pressure, the body's energy use, and the functioning of the kidney.

any of the steroids produced by the adrenal cortex or their synthetic equivalents.

An anti-inflammatory hormone.

Medicine containing steroid to alleviate inflammation caused by allergy.

A medicine used to treat inflammation. Sometimes called steroid.

hormone produced by the adrenal cortex.

A steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Dexamethasone is an example.

(KOR TIH koh STEH royd): A group of hormones produced by the cortex of the adrenal glands that affects carbohydrate or mineral metabolism.

Corticosteroid is a naturally occurring hormone produced by the adrenal gland, or a synthetic hormone having similar properties. It is used to reduce inflammation, so reducing swelling and pain.

Corticosteroids are a class of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex. Corticosteroids are involved in a wide range of physiologic systems such as stress response, immune response and regulation of inflammation, carbohydrate metabolism, protein catabolism, blood electrolyte levels, and behavior.