Hydrocortisone
Hydrocortisone, or cortisol, is a corticosteroid secreted by the adrenal cortex. Synthetic hydrocortisone is used to treat corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses, endocrine disorders, immune, inflammatory, and neoplastic conditions.
It is on the World Health Organization model list of essential medicines.
Therapeutic group
Corticosteroids
Main ATC codes: C05AA01, D07AA02, H02AB09, S02CA03 (combination)
It is on the World Health Organization model list of essential medicines.
Therapeutic group
Corticosteroids
Main ATC codes: C05AA01, D07AA02, H02AB09, S02CA03 (combination)
Hydrocortisone
Key dosage forms
- Topical cream, lotion, ointment (0.5%, 1%, 2.5%w/w)
- Tablet (5mg, 10mg, 20mg)
- Ear drops (1%w/v)
Features
- Flexible and reliable partner
Some brand names
- HYDROCORTONE® (MERCK)
- CORTEF® (PHARMACIA & UPJOHN)