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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. Edema (4%)
  10. Multiple Sclerosis (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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Maxidex

as low as$69
DEXAMETHASONE treats eye swelling, redness, or itching caused by infections, injury, or other conditions. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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.
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.
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.
Oralone is part of the Corticosteroids class and treats Wound Care. 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. Oralone is only available as a brand name drug.
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.
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.
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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hidex

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fludrocortisone is an inexpensive drug used to treat Addison's disease and to treat a salt losing condition called adrenogenital syndrome. It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs.Generic fludrocortisone is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower
HYDROCORTISONE treats hemorrhoids or inflammatory bowel diseases. It works by decreasing inflammation. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.
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.
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
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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Cortane B

as low as$23
Cortane B is part of the Corticosteroids class and treats Ear Infection. 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. 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.
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.
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.
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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Anusol HC

as low as$29
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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