| Drug Name |
Cortisone |
| Drug ID |
BADD_D00532 |
| Description |
A naturally occurring glucocorticoid. It 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) |
| Indications and Usage |
For the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. Also used to treat endocrine (hormonal) disorders (adrenal insufficiency, Addisons disease). It is also used to treat many immune and allergic disorders, such as arthritis, lupus, severe psoriasis, severe asthma, ulcerative colitis, and Crohn's disease. |
| Marketing Status |
Not Available |
| ATC Code |
H02AB10; S01BA03 |
| DrugBank ID |
DB14681
|
| KEGG ID |
D07749
|
| MeSH ID |
D003348
|
| PubChem ID |
222786
|
| TTD Drug ID |
D0IX6I
|
| NDC Product Code |
Not Available |
| Synonyms |
Cortisone | Cortisone Acetate | 17-Hydroxy-3,11,20-trioxopregn-4-en-21-yl acetate | Cortone Acetate | Adreson |
