What They Are?

Corticosteroids regulate various physiological processes, including immune response, inflammation, metabolism, and stress management.

Types of corticosteroids?

Corticosteroids include glucocorticoids (e.g., cortisol, prednisone), which reduce inflammation, suppress the immune system, and regulate metabolism, and mineralocorticoids (e.g., aldosterone), which control salt and water balance in the body.

Medicinal uses?

Corticosteroids are used in medicine to reduce inflammation (e.g., for arthritis, allergies, asthma), suppress the immune system (e.g., for autoimmune diseases or organ transplant), and replace deficiencies (e.g., Addison’s disease) with standard medications, including prednisone, hydrocortisone, dexamethasone, and methylprednisolone.