Corticosteroids, often referred to as corticoids, are a class of steroid hormones produced in the adrenal cortex. They play crucial roles in various bodily functions, including metabolism, immune response regulation, and stress response. Synthetic corticosteroids are commonly used in medicine to treat inflammatory conditions, Allergies, and certain autoimmune disorders due to their anti-inflammatory properties. Examples include prednisone and hydrocortisone.