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  1. Medical News Today
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    Corticosteroids: Types, side effects, and how they work

    • Corticosteroids are a class of drugs that can reduce inflammation and treat various medical conditions. They come in different forms and have various effects on the body. Learn about the types of cort… See more

    Overview

    Corticosteroids are a class of drugs that can reduce inflammation. However, they also cause a range of side effects that limit their use. Types of corticosteroid include prednison… See more

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    Uses

    Corticosteroids have several different effects on the body, which means that they can treat … See more

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    Types and drug list

    Corticosteroids have a long history of use in the United States. Most are now available in generic forms, including:
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    •prednisone… See more

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    Side effects

    Long-term use of corticosteroids can have side effects that include:
    •acne
    •weight gain
    •bruising… See more

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  2. Mayo Clinic
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    Prednisone and other corticosteroids - Mayo Clinic

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  4. cor·ti·co·ster·oid
    noun
    1. any of a group of steroid hormones produced in the adrenal cortex or made synthetically. There are two kinds: glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids. They have various metabolic functions and some are used to treat inflammation.
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    What are the two types of corticosteroids?
    Two main classes of corticosteroids, glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids, are involved in a wide range of physiological processes, including stress response, immune response, and regulation of inflammation, carbohydrate metabolism, protein catabolism, blood electrolyte levels, and behavior. 5) (cortisone and aldosterone are isomers ).

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    Will corticosteroids interfere with medications for congestive heart failure?
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    Corticosteroids are among the widely prescribed drugs for many diseases. While corticosteroids are used in many conditions, their prolonged use causes adverse effects. This drug increases the blood pressure which in turn makes the heart pump more blood and worsen the congestive heart failure. Intake of corticosteroids also worsens dyslipidemia thus interfering with heart failure.
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    What happens if you take a corticosteroid?
    Thin skin, bruising and slower wound healing. When using a corticosteroid that you breathe in, some of the drug may deposit in your mouth and throat instead of making it to your lungs. This can cause: Fungal infection in the mouth, known as oral thrush. Hoarseness.

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  6. Wikipedia
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    Everything You Need to Know About Corticosteroids

    WEBApr 24, 2023 · Learn how corticosteroids lower inflammation and treat various conditions, such as asthma, lupus, or organ transplant …

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    • MedicineNet
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      Corticosteroids: Drug List, Uses, Side Effects, Interactions

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    • Verywell Health
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      Corticosteroids for Inflammation: Types and Uses

      WEBDec 5, 2022 · Learn how corticosteroids, also called steroids, work to reduce inflammation and treat various conditions. Find out the different types, routes, side effects, and contraindications of corticosteroids.

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