Question 1

Which oral corticosteroids for local treatment molecule has the most API manufacturers?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocortisone, with 30 manufacturers holding an active regulatory filing, of which 19 hold an active US DMF or a valid CEP. Counts come from the FDA drug master file list and the EDQM certificate database, as at 9 July 2026.

Question 2

How many API manufacturers cover the oral corticosteroids for local treatment class?

Accepted Answer

Across the 3 oral corticosteroids for local treatment molecules tracked here (ATC A01AC), 73 active filings are held by manufacturers worldwide. Some companies file for several molecules in the class, so the per-molecule pages name each holder.

Oral corticosteroids for local treatment: API manufacturers by molecule

Hydrocortisone API manufacturers

Dexamethasone API manufacturers

Triamcinolone API manufacturers

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