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What is Cortisone?

Cortisone is a corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation and suppress immune system overactivity in a wide range of conditions—including arthritis, allergic reactions, skin conditions, and autoimmune disorders. It's a prodrug that the body converts to cortisol, the active form. Cortisone can be taken orally, but is most commonly administered as an injection directly into a joint, tendon, or soft tissue for targeted, localized anti-inflammatory relief. Injected cortisone typically provides relief within a few days and can last weeks to months depending on the condition and location treated.

Prodrug corticosteroid conversion

Cortisone is converted to cortisol in the liver, which then suppresses the production of prostaglandins, cytokines, and other inflammatory mediators—reducing swelling, pain, and immune-driven tissue damage at the site of inflammation.

Targeted joint injection benefit

When injected directly into an inflamed joint or bursa, cortisone delivers high local concentrations of anti-inflammatory steroid exactly where it's needed—minimizing systemic exposure while maximizing relief at the treatment site.

Broad multi-condition application

Used across arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis, allergic reactions, and autoimmune flares—offering fast, potent anti-inflammatory relief for both acute and chronic inflammatory conditions.

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