Substance
ID:73524
Names and Identifiers
IUPAC name
(1S,2R,10S,11S,14R,15S,17S)-14,17-dihydroxy-14-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-2,15-dimethyltetracyclo[8.7.0.0^{2,7}.0^{11,15}]heptadec-6-en-5-one
IUPAC Traditional name
hydrocortisone
Synonyms
CortisolHydrocortisone(Cortisol)
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Properties
Product Information
Salt Data
Free Base
Safety Information
Storage Condition
-20°C
Molecule Details
Research Area: Infection
Biological Activity:
Hydrocortisone is a steroid hormone or glucocorticoid produced by the adrenal gland.It is released in response to stress, and to a low level of blood glucocorticoids. Its primary functions are to increase blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, suppress the immune system, and aid in fat, protein, and carbohydrate metabolism. It also decreases bone formation. Various synthetic forms of cortisol are used to treat a variety of different illnesses. [1]
Biological Activity:
Hydrocortisone is a steroid hormone or glucocorticoid produced by the adrenal gland.It is released in response to stress, and to a low level of blood glucocorticoids. Its primary functions are to increase blood sugar through gluconeogenesis, suppress the immune system, and aid in fat, protein, and carbohydrate metabolism. It also decreases bone formation. Various synthetic forms of cortisol are used to treat a variety of different illnesses. [1]
Molecular Spectra
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References
• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cortisol