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PC_Corticosteroids
Pharmacology of Corticosteroids
Question | Answer |
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MOA | Stimulate adenylate cyclase and inhibit inflammatory cells |
AR | Inhaled corticosteroids: oral candidiasis, irritation and burning of the nsal mucosa, hoarseness, and a dry mouth. |
AR continued | Oral corticosteroids: facial hair on females, breast development in males, "buffalo hump" or "moon face." edema, weight gain, and easy bruising |
SC | Long-term oral dosing needs to be tapered off to avoid nightmares |