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cortisone
[kawr-tuh-zohn, -sohn]
noun
Biochemistry.a steroid hormone of the adrenal cortex, C 21 H 28 O 5 , active in carbohydrate and protein metabolism.
Pharmacology.a commercial form of this compound, obtained by extraction from the adrenal glands of certain domesticated animals or produced synthetically, used chiefly in the treatment of arthritis, rheumatic fever, certain allergies, and other systemic conditions.
cortisone
/ -ˌzəʊn, ˈkɔːtɪˌsəʊn /
noun
a glucocorticoid hormone, the synthetic form of which has been used in treating rheumatoid arthritis, allergic and skin diseases, leukaemia, etc; 17-hydroxy-11-dehydrocorticosterone. Formula: C 21 H 28 O 5
cortisone
A steroid hormone that is easily formed from or converted to cortisol in the blood and is also produced synthetically for use as a pharmaceutical. The effects of cortisone on body tissues are similar to those of naturally or synthetically produced cortisol.
cortisone
A hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that is important in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates. It is used in medicine to treat some forms of arthritis and to reduce inflammation.
Word History and Origins
Origin of cortisone1
Word History and Origins
Origin of cortisone1
Example Sentences
Max said that if he had not been able to get a cortisone shot, which was covered by Medicaid, he wouldn’t be able to work with his right arm.
He took a cortisone injection but was unable to pitch in the five-game World Series win over the Yankees.
The first doctor to see him administered a cortisone shot and sent him off with “half-star service,” he quipped.
An MRI test revealed a tear in Miguel Rojas’ left adductor muscle, but the veteran shortstop expects to be ready for the playoffs after receiving a cortisone injection in the injured area on Thursday.
After a second round of cortisone therapy, he regained the ability to concentrate and express himself coherently, he says.
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