What are the classifications of glucocorticoids?
Disease description:
After feeling unwell upon waking up in the morning, I went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor prescribed me some medication, saying it was a type of glucocorticoid. What are the classifications of glucocorticoids?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Mingxuan
Glucocorticoids are generally classified into long-acting, intermediate-acting, and short-acting types. Long-acting glucocorticoids typically include mison-type drugs such as betamethasone and dexamethasone, as well as topical fluorinated steroids like fludrocortisone and fluocinonide. Intermediate-acting glucocorticoids commonly include prednisolone and triamcinolone; short-acting glucocorticoids frequently used include hydrocortisone and cortisone. Patients are advised to use these medications under the guidance of a physician to avoid adverse reactions caused by self-medication.
