Cortisone
MESHD003348
A naturally occurring glucocorticoid that has been used in replacement therapy for ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY and as an anti-inflammatory agent. Cortisone itself is inactive; it is converted in the liver to the active metabolite HYDROCORTISONE. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p726)
Synonyms
- Cortisone Acetate
- 17-Hydroxy-3,11,20-trioxopregn-4-en-21-yl acetate
- Adreson
- Cortone Acetate
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