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Endocrine System Drugs
Essentials of Pharmacology for Health Occupations 6th edition
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Pharmacology
Undergraduate 1
05/20/2014

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Hormones secreted by the pituitary gland
Definition
somatotropin
adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) gonadotropic hormones
Term
Hormone secreted by adrenal glands
Definition
corticosteroids
Term
Actions of corticosteroids
Definition
relieve inflammation
reduce swelling
suppress symptoms
Term
Abrupt withdrawal of corticosteroids
Definition
acute adrenal insufficiency
shock
death
Term
dexamethasone
hydrocortisone
prednisone
methyprednisolone
Definition
Examples of adrenal corticosteroids
Term
Symptoms of hypothyroidism
Definition
fatigue, dry skin, thinning hair, weight gain, sensitivity to cold
Term
Hypoglycemia symptoms
Definition
Increased perspiration, pallor, hunger, nausea, and vomiting
Irritability, confusion, or bizarre behavior
Tremor, weakness, headache, or tingling of the fingers
Blurred or double vision
Tachycardia, shallow breathing
Loss of consciousness
Term
Hyperglycemia symptoms
Definition
Dehydration and excessive thirst
Polyuria (frequent urination)
Fruity breath
Lethargy, weakness
Vision problems
Ketoacidosis
Term
Long acting insulin
Definition
Onset 1-2 hours
Lasts up to 24 hours
Term
Short acting insulin
Definition
Onset 30-60 minutes
Peak 2-5 hours
Duration 5-8 hours
Term
Rapid acting insulin
Definition
Onset 5-15 minutes
Peak 30-90 minutes
Duration 3-5 hours
Term
Microvascular complications of diabetes
Definition
retinopathy
nephropathy
neuropathy
Term
Macrovascular complications of diabetes
Definition
coronary artery disease (including myocardial infarction)
cerebrovascular disease (including stroke) peripheral vascular disease
Term
glimipride (Amaryl)
glipizide (Glucotrol)
glyburide (Diabeta)
Definition
Examples of Second-Generation Sulfonylureas
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