Description General description Conforms to USP Reference Standard. Steroid synthesized by the adrenal cortex. Important in the regulation of protein, nucleic acid, and lipid metabolism. Pharmacologically, hydrocortisone is used to suppress the inflammatory response. This preparation conforms to the USP Reference Standard. Packaging 25 mg in Plastic ampoule Biochem/physiol Actions Cell permeable: no Primary Target Conforms to USP Reference Standard Product does not compete with ATP. Reversible: no Warning Toxicity: Carcinogenic / Teratogenic (D) Reconstitution Following reconstitution, store in the refrigerator (4°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 1 month at 4°C.