which one of the following is primarily considered a mineralocorticoid?
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Mineralocorticoids are a class of corticosteroids, which in turn are a class of steroid hormones. Mineralocorticoids are produced in the adrenal cortex and influence salt and water balances (electrolyte balance and fluid balance). The primary mineralocorticoid is aldosterone.
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Inhibition of this receptor promotes a sodium diuresis, but maintains body potassium levels. Eplerenone has a higher affinity for the aldosterone receptor than spironolactone and is claimed to have fewer anti-androgenic effects (gynecomastia, hair loss).
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Cortisol (hydrocortisone), a corticosteroid with both glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid activity and effects. Corticosteroids are a class of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex of vertebrates, as well as the synthetic analogues of these hormones.
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Aldosterone, a steroid hormone with mineralocorticoid activity, is mainly recognized for its action on sodium reabsorption in the distal nephron of the kidney, which is mediated by the epithelial sodium channel (ENaC).
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Hydrocortisone and cortisone are identical short-acting corticosteroids. However, they are not the same. Cortisone is an inactive prodrug that is converted into hydrocortisone, or cortisol, in the liver. Hydrocortisone works as a topical medication whereas cortisone is not as effective as a topical treatment.
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Prednisone and hydrocortisone are two examples of steroids. Yet well-known adverse effects of these potent anti-inflammatory medications can increase the risk of developing high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity -- risk factors for heart disease.
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The mineralocorticoids are hormones secreted by the innermost layer of the adrenal gland. B. The main effect of the mineralocorticoid hormones is to regulate the fluid balance of the body.
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Aldosterone is part of a group of linked hormones, which form the renin–angiotensin–aldosterone system. ... Aldosterone causes an increase in salt and water reabsorption into the bloodstream from the kidney thereby increasing the blood volume, restoring salt levels and blood pressure.
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Spironolactone is the generic form of the brand-name drug Aldactone, a prescription diuretic drug. The drug is used to treat a condition called primary hyperaldosteronism, in which the body produces excess amounts of the hormone aldosterone, which regulates your body's sodium and water levels.
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Because of the possibility of secondary hypothyroidism and associated hypopituitarism, hydrocortisone should be administered until adrenal insufficiency has been ruled out. Hydrocortisone should be administered intravenously at a dosage of 100 mg every eight hours.
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['Cortisol. ... ', 'Aldosterone. ... ', 'DHEA and Androgenic Steroids. ... ', 'Epinephrine (Adrenaline) and Norepinephrine (Noradrenaline) ... ', 'Adrenal Insufficiency. ... ', 'Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia. ... ', 'Overactive Adrenal Glands. ... ', 'Excess of Cortisol: Cushing Syndrome.']
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49. Summary  Cushing's Syndrome is any condition where there is an excess of cortisol.  Addison's Disease is primary adrenal insufficiency.  The presentation of these conditions can be predicted from the actions of the effected hormones.
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DOC because of mineralocorticoid activity and glucocorticoid effects. Patients presenting with myxedema coma/crisis may have adrenal insufficiency, and stress doses of IV steroids must be administered along with initial thyroid replacement until adrenal function has been determined to be normal.
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Prednisone is a corticosteroid and budesonide is a glucocorticoid. Brand names of prednisone include Deltasone, Rayos, and Prednisone Intensol. Brand names of budesonide include Entocort EC and Uceris.
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Hydrocortisone is a natural substance (corticosteroid hormone) made by the adrenal gland. It is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone/immune system disorders, skin and eye conditions, breathing problems, cancer, and severe allergies.
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Aldosterone is well known to increase sodium reabsorption and potassium secretion by the kidney. It exerts its main effects on sodium and potassium balance by binding to the mineralocorticoid receptor (MCR) located in the distal convoluted tubule, connecting segment and cortical collecting duct in the kidney.
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Hydrocortisone is a steroid which reduces redness, itching, and swelling due to piles/haemorrhoids. Zinc has astringent and antiseptic action.