A group of synthetic hormones including prednisone, prednisolone, methylprednisolone and dexamethasone used in the treatment of some leukaemias and also to suppress graft rejection and graft-versus-host disease following bone marrow transplant. Side effects include an increased risk of infection. ... (13 Nov 1997) ...
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a category of immunosuppressive medications that includes prednisone and prednislone
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steroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex (or similar synthetic substances) that affect metabolism and immune response [Collins]
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(Learning Modules / Psychology / Stress) Hormones, including cortisol, secreted by the adrenal cortex in response to stress.
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(kor;tu1-ko-ster;oidz) Steroid hormones of the adrenal cortex, consisting of glucocorticoids(such as hydrocortisone) and mineralocortocoids(such as aldosterone).
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Natural steroid hormones or synthetic analogues, usually taken for suppressing inflammation (and immunity) and therefore having cortisone-like functions, or taken as analogues to adrenocortical androgen...or even testosterone, in order to impress the other gym members, make varsity by your junior year or to join the WWF and get newbie-mangled for t...
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Steroid hormones (cortisol, corticosterone, etc.) produced by the cortex of the adrenal gland
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Any of a number of steroid substances obtained from the cortex of the adrenal gland or manufactured synthetically. Corticosteroids are immunosuppressive and people with HIV should be cautious about taking them for longer than a few weeks. Steroids appear to be an effective adjunct to standard PCP treatments in people with moderate to severe PCP.
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synthetic drugs that are used to replace natural hormones or to suppress the immune system and help prevent inflammation
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Often called topical (applied to the skin) steroids, these are cortisone-like medications used in creams or ointments that your doctor may prescribe (e.g. hydrocortisone, mometasone, desonide, triamcinolone). They are not the same as the anabolic steroids some athletes misuse. Corticosteroids are very helpful. Often, they are the only treatment...
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Hormones released by the adrenal cortex in response to stress.
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a group of anti-inflammatory drugs similar to the natural corticosteroid hormones produced by the adrenal glands.
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hormones produced by the adrenal gland, consisting of hydrocortisone (or cortisol).
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medications that reduce irritation and inflammation.
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