Nutritional Pharmacology - NSAIDs & Corticosteroids Flashcards
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Q: What are NSAIDs used for?
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A: Pain relief, inflammation, and reducing fever.
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Q: How do NSAIDs work?
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A: They inhibit COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesis.
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Q: What are the side effects of long-term corticosteroid use?
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A: Risk of Cushing’s syndrome, diabetes, and osteoporosis.
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Q: Why should corticosteroids not be abruptly discontinued after prolonged use?
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A: It can lead to adrenal insufficiency and potentially life-threatening complications.
