The history of glucocorticoid development
Introduction to Glucocorticoids Glucocorticoid (GCS) is a class of steroid hormones secreted by the gluteal band of the adrenal cortex, mainly cortisol, which regulates the biosynthesis and metabolism of sugars, fats, and proteins. Inhibition of immune response, anti-inflammatory, anti-virus, anti-shock effect. Called “glucocorticoid” because of its regulation of the activity of carbohydrate metabolism is the