Corticosteroids

Question 2

What type of activity does Fludocortisone have?

Answer 2

Minimal glucocorticoid activity, very high mineralocorticoid activity

Fludocortisone is primarily used for its mineralocorticoid effects.

Question 3

What are the glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid activities of Hydrocortisone?

Answer 3

High low glucocorticoid activity and high mineralocorticoid activity

Hydrocortisone is commonly used for its glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid properties.

Question 4

What type of activity does Prednisolone have?

Answer 4

Predominately high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity

Prednisolone is often used for its anti-inflammatory effects.

Question 5

Dexamethasone and betamethasone have what levels of glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid activity?

Answer 5

Very high glucocorticoid activity, minimal mineralocorticoid activity

These medications are typically used for their potent anti-inflammatory effects.

Question 6

What are the risks of corticosteroids?

Answer 6

Proximalmyopathy

Avascular necrosis of femoral head

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