Endocrine Drugs Flashcards

1
Q

Are often referred to as steroids and are either derived from or a synthetic versions of the natural corticosteroid hormones produced by the adrenal glands

A

Corticosteriods

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2
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Long term treatment of DI; nasal spray
Term

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Desmospression (DDAVP)

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3
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A chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates the activity of certain cell or organs.

A

Peptide hormone
Steriod hormone
Amine hormone

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4
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stimulate growth in tissue and bone

A

Growth Hormone

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5
Q

Growth hormone inhibiting hormone [GHIH]

A

Somatostatin Agonist

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6
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Used to initiate labor, promote delivery of placenta and control post-partum hemorrhage

A

OXYTOCIN

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7
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Produce hormone called CORTICOSTERIODS

A

Adrenal Cortex

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8
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Release neurotransmitters norepinephrine and Epinephrine

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Adrenal Medulla

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9
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stimulates ADH secretion

A

Diabinese

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10
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decreases GH levels; for acromegaly

A

Parlodel and sandostatin

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