Aristocort
- noun
- /ˌærɪstəˈkɔrt/
- Specialized
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Aristocort
- Her doctor prescribed Aristocort to reduce the inflammation in her joints.
Examples
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The doctor prescribed Aristocort for my skin condition.
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Patients are advised not to stop using Aristocort abruptly without consulting a physician.
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The pharmacist explained the potential side effects of Aristocort before dispensing the medication.
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Have you ever used Aristocort for allergies?
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The doctor prescribed Aristocort to help reduce the inflammation in her joints.
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After the surgery, the patient received Aristocort to manage post-operative swelling.
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He felt relief from his eczema symptoms after using Aristocort cream as directed by his dermatologist.
Synonyms
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4.6
A steroid medicine that reduces swelling and inflammation
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7.7
A strong steroid medicine that reduces swelling, inflammation, and allergic reactions
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6.3
A medicine like a steroid that reduces swelling and weakens the immune system
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8.7
A man-made steroid medicine doctors use to reduce swelling and allergic reactions
A steroid medicine used to reduce swelling and allergic reactions
A medicine that reduces swelling and treats allergies, skin problems, and arthritis
A steroid medicine used to reduce inflammation and weaken the body's defence, once sold under this name
Surface Forms
Etymology
Aristocort looks like a brand name made from aristo- meaning 'best' and cort, the same part you see in 'cortisone' and other steroid names that come from the body's 'cortex' or outer layer. A helpful way to remember it is that the name suggests a 'strong' or 'effective' steroid, which fits its use as an anti-inflammatory medicine.