Term
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Definition
-tx hypoaldosteronism
-SE HF, thrombophlebitis, secondary hypocortisolism, inc ICP |
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Term
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Definition
-tx primary aldosteronism
-SE Gi bleed, agranulocytosis, SLE
-long half life |
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Term
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Definition
-tx primary aldosteronism
-SE SE inc K, Gi bleed, agranulocytosis, SLE
-more selective
-shorter half life |
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Term
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Definition
-tx cushings syndrome unlabeled
-MOA adrenalcortical mitochondria tox
-SE visual disturbances, hemorrhagic cystitis
-long half life
-hepatic metabolism
-PO |
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Term
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Definition
-tx cushings syndrome LABELED
-MOA inhibits side chain cleavage enzyme
-SE cortisol insuff, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, neutropenia, pancytopenia
-hepatic metabolism
-PO |
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Term
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Definition
-tx cushings syndrome LABELED
-MOA inhibits side chain cleavage
-SE gynecomastia, dec libido |
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Term
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Definition
-tx cushing syndrome and diagnostic of HPA axis
-SE cortisol insuff |
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Term
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Definition
-tx life threatening glucocorticoid levels
-MOA progesterone R antagonist
-SE prolonged bleeding time, bacterial infections |
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Term
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Definition
-tx adrenal insuff
-need to dose adjust during times of stress
-SE immunosupp, cataracts , depression, euphoria, oesteoporosis, growth supp in kids, muscle atrophy
-PO IV IM |
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