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Pharm Chapter 37
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Corticosteroids | Hormones secreted by the adrenal cortex of the adrenal gland as regulated by the pituitary gland. |
| Mineralocorticoids | (Aldosterone), secreted by the adrenal cortex to act on the kidneys to maintain fluid and electrolyte balance. |
| Glucocorticoids | (Cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone) regulate carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism. |
| Cortisol | The major glucocorticoid of the adrenal cortex. |