Noun: corticosteroid ,kor-tu-kow'ste,royd
- A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex or synthesized; reduces swelling and decreases immune response
"Corticosteroids are often prescribed to treat severe allergic reactions";
- corticoid, adrenal cortical steroid
Derived forms: corticosteroids
Type of: sex hormone, steroid, steroid hormone
Encyclopedia: Corticosteroid