Endocrine Drugs Flashcards
This drug complements the
nervous system in
controlling the body.
Endocrine Drugs
3 chemical substance produced in the body that controls and regulates
the activity of certain cells or organs.
Peptide, Steroid, and Amine Hormones
SOMATOSTATIN AGONISTS, ADH (Vasopressin), Pitressin Synthetic, Desmopressin and Oxytocin are drugs acting on __________.
Pituitary Gland
This drug releases neurotransmitters Norepinephrine and Epinephrine.
Adrenal Medulla
This drug produces hormones called CORTICOSTERIODS.
Adrenal Cortex
Adrenal Medulla, Adrenal Cortex, and Corticoid are drugs acting on ________.
Adrenal Glands
This is derived from the Greek work for fountain and Latin for honey.
Diabetes Mellitus
This drug is used for glycemic control of diabetes mellitus (type 1, type 2, gestational) to prevent complications.
Insulin
This type of diabetes is a non-insulin dependent.
Type II Diabetes
This regulates the rate of metabolism, growth and development, and produces calcitonin.
Thyroid