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Corticosteroid Injections

Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Corticosteroid injections suppress local inflammation and immune responses by binding to glucocorticoid receptors and inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokine production.

Corticosteroid injections suppress local inflammation and immune responses by binding to glucocorticoid receptors and inhibiting pro-inflammatory cytokine production. Used for Intra-articular inflammation and pain in hand and upper extremity joints, Tenosynovitis and tendon sheath inflammation, Carpal tunnel syndrome (corticosteroid injection).

At a glance

Generic nameCorticosteroid Injections
Also known asMethylprednisolone, Depo-medrol
SponsorChristine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery
Drug classCorticosteroid
TargetGlucocorticoid receptor
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaRheumatology, Orthopedics, Hand Surgery
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Corticosteroids work by penetrating cell membranes and binding to intracellular glucocorticoid receptors, which then translocate to the nucleus and modulate gene expression. This leads to decreased production of inflammatory mediators (cytokines, chemokines, adhesion molecules) and reduced recruitment and activation of immune cells. When injected locally, they provide high local concentrations while minimizing systemic exposure.

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