Endocrine system for pharmacology, Chapter review
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Endocrine (term) | refers to an internal secretion (hormone) produced by a ductless gland that secretes directly into the bloodstream.
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Hormones (term) | chemical messengers that have specialized functions in regulating the activities of specific cells or organs.
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Pituitary gland (location and hormones secreted) | base of the brain
somatotropin, ACTH
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Somatotropin | human growth hormone (HGH)
-regulates growth
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adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) | available only for parenteral use as corticotropin
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cosyntropin | a synthetic peptide of ACTH
-used mainly for the diagnosis of adrenocortical insufficiency.
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Adrenal glands (location and hormones secreted) | adjacent to the kidneys
corticosteroids
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corticosteroids (term) | act on the immune system to suppress the body's response to infection or trauma.
*relieve inflammation, reduce swelling, suppress symptoms in acute conditions.
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Two subcategories of corticosteroids | 1) replacement therapy when glands are deficient
2) anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressant agents
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