Endocrine Part 2 Flashcards
Brand of hydrocortisone
Solu-Cortef
Generic of Solu-Cortef
hydrocortisone
Class of hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef
Corticosteroid
Indications of hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef
Allergic reactions, Asthma, other inflammatory/autoimmune conditions
Contraindications of hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef
Systemic fungal infections, caution with other serious infection
AEs of hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef
Hypertension, Cushing’s syndrome, euphoria/insomnia, depression, hyperglycemia, infection, osteoporosis, impaired wound healing
Counseling of hydrocortisone/Solu-Cortef
May increase risk of infection. May cause hyperglycemia or worsening glycemic control. Take with food to minimize GI upset. If taking once daily take in the morning to avoid insomnia.
Brand of methylprednisolone
Medrol
Generic of Medrol
methylprednisolone
Class of methylprednisolone/Medrol
Corticosteroid
Indications of methylprednisolone/Medrol
Allergic reactions, asthma, other inflammatory/autoimmune conditions
Contraindications of methylprednisolone/Medrol
Systemic fungal infections, caution with other serious infections
Prednisone class
corticosteroid
Brand of clobetasol
Temovate
generic of Temovate
clobetasol