anti-inflammatory steroids

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anti-inflammatory steroids

“sone” steroids reduce inflammation by blocking the action of prostaglandins

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use

asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema

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drugs

prednisone, hydrocortisone

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side effects 

increased risk of infection, candidiasis, osteroposris, cataracts, bruising, high blood sugar, weight gain

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intervention

administered orally, inhaled, iv give oral steroids with meals

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miscellaneous

steroids doses must be tapered and should be not be stopped suddenly