AMEND news in Tag: hydrocortisone

• Cardiovascular Risk Profile of Low-dose Prednisolone and its Effect on the Quality of Life in Patients with Adrenal Insufficiency

  

  This study looked at people with adrenal insufficiency, a condition where the body does not make enough important adrenal gland hormones. These patients need daily steroid medicine to stay well. 

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• Liquid Hydrocortisone Discontinued

  

  In May 2025, we were warned by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) of a shortage of liquid hydrocortisone (hydrocortisone sodium phosphate), used for the prevention and treatment of adrenal crisis, with supply expected to resume in May 2026.  We share here the news that it has now been permanently discontinued.  For more information on this and what to do now, please visit our colleagues at the Addison's Disease Self-Help Group.

  Learn more at ASDHG website

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