Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Adrenal Cortical Steroid.
Adrenal Cortical Steroid - as a noun
A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex or synthesized; administered as drugs they reduce swelling and decrease the body's immune response
Example: "Adrenal cortical steroids are used to treat many different conditions"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
corticoid14corticosteroid19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sex hormonesteroid8steroid hormoneHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Long-term use of adrenal cortical steroids may lead to adrenal insufficiency."
"The doctor prescribed an adrenal cortical steroid to help with the patient's allergies."
"Side effects of prolonged use of adrenal cortical steroids include weight gain and mood swings."
"Athletes sometimes misuse adrenal cortical steroids to enhance their performance."
"The patient's condition improved after receiving a high dose of adrenal cortical steroids."
