Pharmacology · single question
What are GLUCOCORTICOIDS and what are examples?
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Correct answer: B. Glucocorticoids = adrenal cortex hormones regulating metabolism; Examples: prednisone, hydrocortisone, dexamethasone, triamcinolone
✓ B) Glucocorticoids = adrenal cortex hormones with anti-inflammatory, metabolic effects.
Glucocorticoids: prednisone (oral), hydrocortisone (IV/oral = Solu-Cortef), methylprednisolone (IV = Solu-Medrol), dexamethasone (inhaler = Decadron), triamcinolone (inhaler = Azmacort), beclomethasone, flunisolide. MINERALOCORTICOIDS: regulate Na/water balance; examples: aldosterone (natural), fludrocortisone (synthetic). Uses in dentistry: anti-inflammatory (edema, allergic reactions), immunosuppression, aphthous ulcers (triamcinolone in Orabase), LA buffering adjunct. Side effects: Cushing's, hyperglycemia, immunosuppression, osteoporosis.
Glucocorticoids: prednisone (oral), hydrocortisone (IV/oral = Solu-Cortef), methylprednisolone (IV = Solu-Medrol), dexamethasone (inhaler = Decadron), triamcinolone (inhaler = Azmacort), beclomethasone, flunisolide. MINERALOCORTICOIDS: regulate Na/water balance; examples: aldosterone (natural), fludrocortisone (synthetic). Uses in dentistry: anti-inflammatory (edema, allergic reactions), immunosuppression, aphthous ulcers (triamcinolone in Orabase), LA buffering adjunct. Side effects: Cushing's, hyperglycemia, immunosuppression, osteoporosis.