Expert Rev Endocrinol Metab. 2013;8(2):183-193. Mitotane reduces cortisol synthesis through the inhibition of 11B-hydroxylase, 18-hydroxylase, 3-α hydroxylase, hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase and several ...

Cortisol is your body’s stress hormone. Your adrenal glands make it, and it affects many of your body functions. Cortisol lowers inflammation and increases your blood sugar and blood pressure. It is ...

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Isturisa ® (osilodrostat) for the treatment of endogenous hypercortisolemia in adults with Cushing syndrome for whom surgery is not an option or has ...

Recorlev is a prescription oral tablet that’s used in certain adults with Cushing syndrome. The drug is typically taken twice per day (every 12 hours). Recorlev can interact with other drugs, ...

Cortisol is known as the body’s primary stress hormone, but it has many essential functions. It naturally peaks in the morning to help you wake up and feel alert and then gradually decreases ...

Chronic stress doesn’t just affect your mood — it can sabotage your hormones, recovery, and muscle-building results if left unchecked.

Adrenal insufficiency, a frequently observed endocrine disturbance, is increasingly recognised as a critical factor in the clinical management of patients with cirrhosis. This condition, which ...

As we age, particularly over 40, managing cortisol levels becomes increasingly important for achieving a flatter stomach and overall wellness. Elevated cortisol, a stress hormone, can contribute to ...

Anyone who watches wellness content on TikTok will have noticed that one of this year's major buzzwords has been cortisol—and the trend has made its way over to Instagram now too. For the past year, ...

Higher cortisol levels can raise blood sugar levels. This can happen because of stress, sleep irregularities, caffeine and alcohol, certain medications, and even times of the day. You may experience ...

Low-intensity exercise is thought to be better for keeping this “stress hormone” in check. But scientists say cortisol plays a crucial role in fueling your workout. Often called the “stress hormone,” ...