Steroids
Tuesday, November 10th, 2009Mechanisms of Action
Steroids alter the synthesis of proteins therefore alter:
- Chemotaxis,
- Metabolism
- Expression (hormones, mediators).
Pharmacological Actions
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Cortisol (hormone)
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Corticosteroid (drug)
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Anti-inflammatory effects,
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Provide glucose to the brain,
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Effects immuno-modulators,
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Effects on carbohydrate
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Effects on carbohydrate
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Effects on lipids,
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Effects on lipids,
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Effects on protein
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Effects on protein
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Metabolic,
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Effects on the brain
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Cardiac effects.
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