Hydrocortisone
Brand: Cortef
Corticosteroid
Short-acting
Chemistry
| PubChem |
CID: 5754 |
Structure
Pharmacokinetics
| Half-life | 1.5 hours |
| Clearance Route | hepatic |
| Active Metabolites | uncertain |
⚠️ Safety & Warnings
Severity: Moderate
Adverse Effects:
Fluid retention, mood changes, adrenal suppression
Contraindications:
Untreated systemic infections
Precautions:
Taper gradually if used long-term