Mineralocorticoids - Adrenocortical Steroids Flashcards
15.6, 15.7
1
Q
Class - Aldosterone
A
Mineralocorticoid
2
Q
MOA of Aldosterone (Modulation of Electrolyte and H2O balance via renal system)
A
Increases Na+ reabsorption in distal nephron/collecting ducts-> increased H2O reabsorption, K+ secretion, H+ secretion, and HCO3- generation
3
Q
Adverse effects of adrenocorticosteroids (8)
A
- Adrenal suppression
- Fluid and electrolyte abnormalities
- Metabolic changes
- Edema
- HTN
- Osteoporosis
- Growth suppression in children
- Cataracts
***key differences between drugs based on structure***
