Cortisone

cortisone /cor·ti·sone/ (-son) a natural glucocorticoid that is metabolically convertible to cortisol; the acetate ester is used as an antiinflammatory and immunosuppressant and for replacement therapy in adrenocortical insufficiency.

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cor·ti·sone (kôrt-sn, -zn)

n.

A naturally occurring corticosteroid that functions primarily in carbohydrate metabolism and is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, adrenal insufficiency, certain allergies, and gout.

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Cortisone

Glucocorticoid produced by the adrenal cortex in response to stress. Cortisone is a steroid and has anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties.

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cortisone (17-hydroxy-11-dehydrocorticosterone, Kendall's compound E) (kor´tisōn´),

n a hormone produced by the adrenal cortex; a glucocorticoid, 17-hydroxy-11-dehydrocorticosterone; useful in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, lupus erythematosus, and some allergic conditions. Has marked antiinflammatory properties. Excess production or administration produces signs of hyperadrenocorticalism (Cushing's syndrome) with hyperlipemia and obesity hyperglycemia and edema.

cortisone acetate,

n brand name: Cortone;
drug class: gluocorticoid, short acting;
action: decreases inflammation by suppression of macrophage and leukocyte migration, reduces capillary permeability;
uses: inflammation, severe allergy, adrenal insufficiency, collagen, and respiratory and dermatologic disorders.

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cortisone

a glucocorticoid with significant mineralocorticoid activity, isolated from the adrenal cortex; used as an anti-inflammatory agent and for adrenal replacement therapy.