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Corticosteroids

Corticosteroids are used to treat a variety of conditions including skin issues such as eczema and psoriasis, eye inflammation, asthma, gout, allergic conjunctivitis, ulcerative colitis, edema, adrenal insufficiency, and hemorrhoids. They work by blocking substances in the body that cause swelling.

Why are corticosteroids prescribed?

  1. Eczema (6%)
  2. Psoriasis (6%)
  3. Seborrheic Dermatitis (6%)
  4. Eye Inflammation (6%)
  5. Allergic Conjunctivitis (5%)
  6. Asthma (5%)
  7. Allergic Rhinitis (5%)
  8. Skin Allergy (4%)
  9. Ulcerative Colitis (4%)
  10. Edema (4%)

Key takeaways

Corticosteroids are used to treat autoimmune disorders, swelling, and allergies, among many other conditions. Corticosteroids generally work by reducing inflammation and suppressing the activity of the immune system. These medications come in several different forms, including oral pills, injections, inhalers, nasal sprays, and more. Common examples include prednisone (Rayos), triamcinolone (Kenalog-10), budesonide (Pulmicort Flexhaler, Pulmicort Respules), and fluticasone (Flonase).

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Rayos (prednisone)

as low as$5
PREDNISONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation, slowing down an overactive immune system, or replacing cortisol normally made in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that plays an important role in how the body responds to stress, illness, and injury. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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Medrol (methylprednisolone)

as low as$9
Methylprednisolone (Medrol) is an inexpensive drug used to treat inflammation of the skin, joints, lungs, and other organs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic methylprednisolone is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Kenalog (triamcinolone)

as low as$7
Triamcinolone (Kenalog) is an inexpensive drug used to reduce swelling and ulcers in the mouth. It helps treat and relieve mouth sores that are not caused by herpes. this drug is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic forms. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
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Oralone (triamcinolone)

as low as$7
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fluticasone propionate

as low as$12
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Fluticasone propionate (Cutivate) is an inexpensive drug used on the skin to reduce swelling, pain, and itching. It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in brand and generic versions. Generic fluticasone propionate is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Omnipred (prednisolone acetate)

as low as$18
Prednisolone acetate (Omnipred, Pred Forte) is a moderately priced drug used to treat swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions in the eye. This drug is slightly less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in multiple brand and generic forms. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
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Pred Forte (prednisolone acetate)

as low as$18
Prednisolone acetate (Omnipred, Pred Forte) is a moderately priced drug used to treat swelling, redness, itching, and allergic reactions in the eye. This drug is slightly less popular than comparable drugs. It is available in multiple brand and generic forms. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
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as low as$5
DEXAMETHASONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation and slowing down an overactive immune system. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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hydrocort

as low as$6
HYDROCORTISONE reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called topical steroids.
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Orapred (prednisolone sodium phosphate)

as low as$9
PREDNISOLONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation, slowing down an overactive immune system, or replacing cortisol normally made in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that plays an important role in how the body responds to stress, illness, and injury. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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Pediapred (prednisolone sodium phosphate)

as low as$9
PREDNISOLONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation, slowing down an overactive immune system, or replacing cortisol normally made in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that plays an important role in how the body responds to stress, illness, and injury. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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Solu-Medrol (methylprednisolone sodium succinate)

as low as$9
METHYLPREDNISOLONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation, slowing down an overactive immune system, or replacing cortisol normally made in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that plays an important role in how the body responds to stress, illness, and injury. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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Depo-Medrol (methylprednisolone acetate)

as low as$10
METHYLPREDNISOLONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation, slowing down an overactive immune system, or replacing cortisol normally made in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that plays an important role in how the body responds to stress, illness, and injury. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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Taperdex (dexamethasone)

as low as$12
DEXAMETHASONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation and slowing down an overactive immune system. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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betamethasone sodium phosphate/betamethasone acetate

as low as$14
BETAMETHASONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation and slowing down an overactive immune system. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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mometasone

as low as$15
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MOMETASONE reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called topical steroids.
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Colocort (hydrocortisone enema)

as low as$17
HYDROCORTISONE treats inflammatory bowel diseases. It works by decreasing inflammation. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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fluocinonide-e

as low as$21
FLUOCINONIDE reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called topical steroids.
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Solu-Cortef (a-hydrocort)

as low as$23
Solu-cortef (hydrocortisone sodium succinate) is a corticosteroid used to treat arthritis, endocrine disorders, lupus, allergies and asthma, and other conditions. It works by decreasing inflammation in different parts of the body such as around tumors or nerve endings to relieve pain. The injection is used when oral hydrocortisone can't be taken. Solu-Cortef has a generic alternative available, A-Hydrocort.
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Cortane B

as low as$23
Cortane B is only available as a brand name drug.
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anucort HC

as low as$23
HYDROCORTISONE treats hemorrhoids or inflammatory bowel diseases. It works by decreasing inflammation. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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hydrocortisone acetate

as low as$23
HYDROCORTISONE treats hemorrhoids or inflammatory bowel diseases. It works by decreasing inflammation. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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prednisolone

as low as$24
PREDNISOLONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation, slowing down an overactive immune system, or replacing cortisol normally made in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that plays an important role in how the body responds to stress, illness, and injury. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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Dexamethasone Intensol

as low as$25
DEXAMETHASONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation and slowing down an overactive immune system. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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Anusol HC

as low as$26
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HYDROCORTISONE reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called topical steroids.
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