corticosteroid

American  

[kawr-tuh-koh-ster-oid, -steer-] / ˌkɔr tə koʊˈstɛr ɔɪd, -ˈstɪər- /

noun

Biochemistry.

1. any of a class of steroids, as aldosterone, hydrocortisone, or cortisone, occurring in nature, especially as a product of the adrenal cortex, or synthesized.

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corticosteroid British  

/ ˌkɔːtɪkəʊˈstɪərɔɪd /

noun

1. any steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex that affects carbohydrate, protein, and electrolyte metabolism, gonad function, and immune response

2. any similar synthetic substance, used in treating inflammatory and allergic diseases

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corticosteroid Scientific  

/ kôr′tĭ-kō-stîr′oid′,-stĕr′- /

1. Any of the steroid hormones, such as cortisol or aldosterone, produced by the cortex of the adrenal gland. Corticosteroids are also produced synthetically for medicinal purposes.

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Etymology

Origin of corticosteroid

First recorded in 1940–45; cortico- + steroid

Example Sentences

The findings also compare SN101 with commonly used options like corticosteroids.

From Science Daily

The creams may contain corticosteroids or hydroquinone, which can be harmful if used in high quantities, and in many countries are only obtainable with a doctor's prescription.

From BBC

Current therapies used to help manage symptoms include over-the-counter and prescription itch relief ointments and anti-inflammatory drugs such as antihistamines and corticosteroids.

From Science Daily

Some of the horses who died received corticosteroid injections in their joints within 30 days of racing.

From New York Times

It’s a powerful corticosteroid modulator with the ability to reduce circulating stress hormones in the body — ideal for our hyper-stimulated digital age.

From Salon