Corticosteroid and immunosuppressant drugs
Name
betamethasone
dexamethasone
fludrocortisone
prednisolone
prednisone
triamcinolone
Mechanism of action
prevent excess cortisol from gaining access to cells
raise blood glucose
promote survival response to sress
control ACTH and CRH release
Side effects
suppression of immune system
increase gastric acidity
suppress inflammatory processes
retention of sodium and water
Indication
anti-inflammatory action
arthritis
asthma
bronchitis
Contraindications
obesity
growth retardation
psychiatric disturbances
Route
oral
intravenous
Storage
cool dry place