What is the difference of Hydrocortisone and Fludrocortisone?

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Hydrocortisone and Fludrocortisone are both corticosteroids.

Hydrocortisone has more glucocorticoid activity, which has more anti-inflammatory effects.

Fludrocortisone has more mineralocorticoid actvity, which is needed to keep a balance of water and electrolytes, hence also helps keep blood pressure in balance.

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