Hydrocortisone

Question 1

Hydrocortisone Drug Class

Answer 1

Synthetic Corticosteroid

Question 2

Hydrocortisone Action

Answer 2

Glucocorticoid drug that reduces inflammation and suppresses immune response

Question 3

Hydrocortisone Adverse Effects

Answer 3

Nil for NSWAS

Question 4

Hydrocortisone Contraindications

Answer 4

• Known or suspected allergy to corticosteroids, sodium succinate or sodium phosphate
• Active peptic ulcer disease

Question 5

Hydrocortisone Preparation

Answer 5

100mg Vial reconstituted with 2mL NaCl making 50mg in 1mL

Question 6

Hydrocortisone Use

Answer 6

• Adrenal crisis

- Asthma / anaphylaxis / COPD exacerbation