Solu cortef generic name?

What is the generic name for Solu-Cortef?

Solu-Cortef is the brand name of hydrocortisone sodium succinate (often written as hydrocortisone sodium succinate injection) [1].

Why is the name so long?

The full generic name reflects the drug and salt form. Hydrocortisone is the active corticosteroid, and sodium succinate is the chemical form used for injection [1].

What other names might you see for the same drug?

You may see close variants such as hydrocortisone sodium succinate injection listed as the generic, depending on the manufacturer and labeling [1].

Where is this used?

Solu-Cortef (hydrocortisone sodium succinate) is commonly used for adrenal insufficiency and for acute inflammatory/allergic conditions where injectable corticosteroid therapy is needed [1].

Sources:
[1] https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?query=Solu-Cortef