Corticosteroids, also known as corticosteroids or cortisone, are synthetic remedies produced in the laboratory from hormones produced by the adrenal glands, which have a powerful anti-inflammatory action.
This type of medicine is widely used in the treatment of chronic inflammatory problems such as asthma, allergies, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus or dermatological problems, to relieve symptoms. However, when used for long periods of time, corticosteroids can cause various side effects, such as increased appetite, fatigue and nervousness, for example.
- There are several types of corticosteroids.
- Which are used according to the problem to be treated and that include:.
In addition, there are also corticosteroid eye drops, to be applied in the eye, with prednisolone or dexamethasone, for example, which can be used in the treatment of ophthalmic problems, such as conjunctivitis or uveitis, reducing inflammation, irritation and redness.
Corticosteroid side effects are most common in cases where the person uses corticosteroids for extended periods and include:
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The use of corticosteroids is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the substance and other components present in formulas and in people with systemic fungal infections or uncontrolled infections.
In addition, corticosteroids should be used with caution in people with high blood pressure, heart failure, kidney failure, osteoporosis, epilepsy, peptic ulcer, diabetes, glaucoma, obesity or psychosis, and should only be used under the direction of the doctor in these cases. Cases.
Corticosteroids are not recommended during pregnancy as they may endanger the baby or mother. Therefore, the use of corticosteroids in the treatment of diseases in pregnant women should be performed only under the direction of the obstetrician and when the benefits outweigh the potential risks.