Immunosuppresants Flashcards
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Q
What are the major side effects of corticosteroid therapy? (13)
A
• Weight gain • Osteoporosis • Avascular necrosis (AVN) • Cataracts, glaucoma • Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) • Susceptibility to infection • Easy bruising • Acne • Hypertension • Hyperlipidemia • Hypokalemia - hyperglycemia • Mood swings
