Glucocorticoids

 

The adrenal glands, one on each kidney, is made up of two layers, the cortex and the medulla.  The outer area, or cortex, secretes corticosteroid hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone.  The medulla, part of the sympathetic nervous system, secretes epinephrine (adrenaline), which is generally not affected by Addison’s.

Links for more information

About Glucocorticoids

Theraputic and Adverse Effects of Glucocorticoids

Characteristics of the different types of Corticosteriods

NADA info on Prednisolone

Vitamin, Herb, and Food Interactions with Corticosteroids

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