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Hydroxycorticosteroids

Medical Definition:	A group of corticosteroids carrying hydroxy groups, usually in the 11- or 17-positions. They comprise the bulk of the corticosteroids used systemically. As they are relatively insoluble in water, salts of various esterified forms are often used for injections or solutions.
Previously Indexed:	Adrenal Cortex Hormones (1966-1971),Glucocorticoids (1967-1971),Mineralocorticoids (1967-1971)

Hydroxycorticosteroids Categories.

	11-Hydroxycorticosteroids - A group of corticosteroids bearing a hydroxy group at the 11-position.
	17-Hydroxycorticosteroids - A group of hydroxycorticosteroids bearing a hydroxy group at the 17-position. Urinary excretion of these compounds is used as an index of adrenal function. They are used systemically in the free alcohol form, but with esterification of the hydroxy groups, topical effectiveness is increased.

Hydroxycorticosteroids Medical Definitions and Terms

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