HydrocortisoneThe main glucocorticoid secreted by the ADRENAL CORTEX. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.
CollagenA polypeptide substance comprising about one third of the total protein in mammalian organisms. It is the main constituent of SKIN, CONNECTIVE TISSUE, and the organic substance of bones (BONE AND BONES) and teeth (TOOTH).
A topical hemostatic agent prepared from collagen.
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