Category:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
CAS NO:
NA
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Hydrocortisone (CAS 50-23-7; C21H30O5) is a corticosteroid synthesized via microbial fermentation or semi-synthesis from plant sterols. It serves as a potent anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant agent in industrial pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Strictly contraindicated in untreated systemic infections. Requires storage below 25°C in dry, light-resistant conditions. Handling mandates PPE to prevent dermal absorption and respiratory exposure.