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GLUCOCORTICOID [15 records]

Record 1 2017-04-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Molecular Biology
CONT

Subtle shifts in the ratio between pro-and antiapoptotic molecules after activation of corticosteroid receptors decide neuronal fate. Glucocorticoid receptor(GR) activation induces apoptosis of granule cells in the hippocampus. In contrast, neuroprotection is seen after mineralocorticoid receptor(MR) activation. To date there is no in vivo evidence for direct interactions between corticosteroids and any of the key regulatory molecules of programmed cell death.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Biologie moléculaire
CONT

Les stratégies antiapoptotiques sont, bien entendu, au cœur de l'activité des grosses entreprises pharmaceutiques, car la rentabilité d'une nouvelle molécule de ce type, potentiellement applicable à toutes les maladies neurodégénératives et traumatiques (accident vasculaire, lésion spinale...), ne fait guère de doute.

Spanish

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Record 2 2012-03-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Medication
DEF

A very potent synthetic glucocorticoid. It is used in the treatment of conditions that respond to glucocorticoids, as anti-inflammatory agents.

OBS

Used especially in treating psoriasis and allergic skin and respiratory disorders.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Médicaments
DEF

Corticostéroïde de synthèse, ayant des propriétés anti-inflammatoires et anti-allergiques.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Medicamentos
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Record 3 2011-02-18

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Medication
Universal entry(ies)
C21H30O5
formula, see observation
50-23-7
CAS number
OBS

The main glucocorticoid secreted by the adrenal cortex. Its synthetic counterpart is used, either as an injection or topically, in the treatment of inflammation, allergy, collagen diseases, asthma, adrenocortical deficiency, shock, and some neoplastic conditions.

OBS

Chemical formula: C21H30O5

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C21H30O5
formula, see observation
50-23-7
CAS number
OBS

Formule chimique : C21H30O5

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Medicamentos
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C21H30O5
formula, see observation
50-23-7
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: C21H30O5

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Record 4 2011-02-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Veterinary Drugs
Universal entry(ies)
C22H28F2O5
formula, see observation
2135-17-3
CAS number
DEF

An anti-inflammatory glucocorticoid used in veterinary practice.

OBS

Chemical formula: C22H28F2O5

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments vétérinaires
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C22H28F2O5
formula, see observation
2135-17-3
CAS number
OBS

Formule chimique : C22H28F2NO5

Spanish

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Record 5 2011-02-10

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Medication
Universal entry(ies)
C22H28ClFO4
formula, see observation
25122-41-2
CAS number
OBS

A derivative of prednisolone with high glucocorticoid activity and low mineralocorticoid activity. Absorbed through the skin faster than fluocinocide, it is used topically in treatment of psoriasis but may cause marked adrenocortical suppression.

OBS

Chemical formula: C22H28ClFO4

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Médicaments
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C22H28ClFO4
formula, see observation
25122-41-2
CAS number
OBS

Formule chimique : C22H28ClFO4

Spanish

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Record 6 2011-01-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Pharmacology
Universal entry(ies)
C34H50O7
formula, see observation
5697-56-3
CAS number
OBS

Cream-colored crystals... Glucocorticoid; anti-inflammatory(gastric ulcer).

OBS

3ß-[(3-carboxypropanoyl)oxy]-11-oxoolean-12-en-30-oic acid: form recommended by the IUPAC (International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry).

OBS

Chemical formula: C34H50O7

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Pharmacologie
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C34H50O7
formula, see observation
5697-56-3
CAS number
OBS

acide 3ß-[(3-carboxypropanoyl)oxy]-11-oxooléan-12-én-30-oïque : forme recommandée par l'UICPA (Union internationale de chimie pure et appliquée).

OBS

Formule chimique : C34H50O7

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Farmacología
Entrada(s) universal(es)
C34H50O7
formula, see observation
5697-56-3
CAS number
OBS

Fórmula química: C34H50O7

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Record 7 2010-11-23

English

Subject field(s)
  • Human Diseases - Various
  • Hormones
  • Urinary Tract
  • Immunology
DEF

An adrenocortical insufficiency due to the destruction or dysfunction of the entire adrenal cortex [affecting] both glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid function.

CONT

In 1855, Thomas Addison first described adrenal insufficiency, which was subsequently named after him. The basis of Addison disease has dramatically changed since its initial description. Originally, the disease usually resulted from an infection of the adrenal gland; the most common infection was tuberculosis, which is still the predominant cause of Addison disease in developing countries. Currently, in developed countries, Addison disease most commonly results from nonspecific autoimmune destruction of the adrenal gland.

OBS

Addison’s disease ... is characterized by a bronzelike pigmentation of the skin and mucous membranes, anemia, weakness, and low blood pressure.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Maladies humaines diverses
  • Hormones
  • Appareil urinaire
  • Immunologie
CONT

La maladie d'Addison est une maladie rare due à une atteinte des glandes corticosurrénales conduisant à un déficit total en aldostérone et en cortisol. C'est un médecin anglais, Thomas Addison, qui décrivit ses premiers cas d'insuffisance surrénale lente par destruction bilatérale des surrénales. [...] Autrefois, la maladie était due surtout à la tuberculose. À l'heure actuelle, on souligne la fréquence des atteintes auto-immunes (les anticorps produits par le système immunitaire attaquent les glandes surrénales). [Elle se caractérise notamment par] une pigmentation brunâtre de la peau, des plis de flexions, des zones de frottement (d'où le nom de maladie bronzée) et des muqueuses.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Enfermedades humanas varias
  • Hormonas
  • Vías urinarias
  • Inmunología
DEF

[Enfermedad que] se caracteriza por la pigmentación bronceada de la piel, postración grave y anemia progresiva. Es debida a la hipofunción de las glándulas suprarrenales y termina generalmente por la muerte.

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Record 8 2008-12-05

English

Subject field(s)
  • Pharmacodynamics
CONT

Downward in the biological hierarchy, explanation for these response differences could notionally be linked to syntoxic hormone(glucocorticoid) responses in which blood glucose increases under stress.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Pharmacodynamie
DEF

Relatif à une substance permettant d'habituer l'organisme à un toxique.

Spanish

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Record 9 2004-01-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hormones
  • Medication
  • Biochemistry
  • Biotechnology
DEF

A natural glucocorticoid that is metabolically convertible to cortisol.

OBS

The human adrenal cortex secretes only minute amounts of cortisone; most of the cortisone found in peripheral plasma is formed from cortisol by a reversible reaction. The synthetic hormone exerts its pharmaceutical effects through its metabolic conversion to cortisol.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Hormones
  • Médicaments
  • Biochimie
  • Biotechnologie
DEF

Hormone sécrétée par la corticosurrénale, moins active que le cortisol.

OBS

Synthétisée, elle est utilisée comme médicament anti-inflammatoire, antiallergique, etc.)

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Hormonas
  • Medicamentos
  • Bioquímica
  • Biotecnología
DEF

Glucocorticosteroide adrenal. In vivo a hidrocortisona, de eficaz acción antiinflamatoria.

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Record 10 2003-09-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Medication
DEF

17, 21-Dihydroxypregna-1, 4-diene-3, 11, 20-trione. A synthetic steroid with glucocorticoid activity and pronounced anti-inflammatory action.

CONT

A trial of prednisone, a powerful corticosteroid, showed a trend to reduce fatigue and increased muscle strength ... The drug reduces the inflammation and also affects the immune system.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Médicaments
CONT

La prednisone est environ 5 fois plus puissante selon le poids que la cortisone concernant l'activité glucocorticoïde et anti-inflammatoire.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Medicamentos
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Record 11 2001-11-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Hormones
  • Medication
  • Biochemistry
  • Biotechnology
DEF

The major natural glucocorticoid(q. v.) synthesized in the zona fasciculata of the adrenal cortex; it affects the metabolism of glucose, protein and fats and has appreciable mineralocorticoid activity. It also regulates the immune system and affects many other functions.

OBS

When used as a pharmaceutical, it is usually referred to as hydrocortisone. For therapeutic uses.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Hormones
  • Médicaments
  • Biochimie
  • Biotechnologie
DEF

Hormone (17-hydroxycorticostérone) la plus active et la plus importante parmi les corticoïdes agissant sur le métabolisme des glucides, sécrétés par la corticosurrénale.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Hormonas
  • Medicamentos
  • Bioquímica
  • Biotecnología
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Record 12 2000-05-17

English

Subject field(s)
  • Biochemistry
  • Medication
CONT

Steroid hormones can be grouped in various classes according to a number of criteria. Based on their chemical structure they can belong to one of the classes(series) mentioned above(e. g. "a pregnane derivative "). If their site of production is considered to be more important, one can distinguish for example between "ovarian" or "vadrenal" steroids. If their biological function is essential, terms like a glucocorticoid or sex steroids can be used. Finally, classification can also be based on their molecular actions("an estrogen-receptor agonist"), or biochemical effects.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Biochimie
  • Médicaments
CONT

[...] l'Europe dispose d'une grande richesse de progestatifs. Deux groupes sont utilisés dans le traitement hormonal substitutif (THS): (1) la progestérone naturelle et la rétroprogestérone (2) les dérivés pregnanes et norpregnanes.

Spanish

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Record 13 1998-09-29

English

Subject field(s)
  • Diagnostic Procedures (Medicine)
DEF

A test for the integrity of the adrenal-pituitary feedback loop, in which small amounts of the potent glucocorticoid dexamethasone are given to suppress pituitary secretion of adrenocorticotropic hormone(ACTH).

French

Domaine(s)
  • Méthodes diagnostiques (Médecine)
DEF

Épreuve testant la sensibilité de l'axe hypophyso-surrénalien à l'action puissamment freinatrice de la dexaméthasone.

Spanish

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Record 14 1996-01-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • Medication
CONT

Ibuprofen displays anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic activity in animal studies. It has no demonstrable glucocorticoid effect.

CONT

Arthritis is often treated with NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), among which are aspirin and ibuprofen.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Médicaments
DEF

Dérivé de l'acide propionique doué d'une action anti-inflammatoire modérée mais nette, et d'un discret pouvoir analgésique. [...] Ses effets secondaires et ses contre-indications sont ceux des anti-inflammatoires non stéroïdiens [...]

CONT

L'ibuprofène a exercé une activité anti-inflammatoire, analgésique et antipyrétique au cours d'études sur des animaux. Aucun effet glucocorticoïde n'a pu être démontré.

Spanish

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Record 15 1994-03-30

English

Subject field(s)
  • Bones and Joints
CONT

Abundant pseudocallus formation at the site of stress fractures is a hallmark of corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis.

OBS

Osteoporosis due to glucocorticoid excess should be considered when there is associated osteoporosis of the skull, fractures of the ribs and pelvic rami, and prominent partially mineralized callus at the site of fracture.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Os et articulations
OBS

cal : Nom donné à la substance fibreuse néoformée, (cal primaire), apparaissant au sein d'un foyer de fracture et aboutissant à la consolidation par ossification (cal secondaire).

OBS

Ce tissu est appelé cal primaire (...) S'il n'y a pas de stimulation par la suite, ce cal régresse. Cette observation s'applique à la formation du tissu de granulation plutôt qu'à la formation d'un cal véritable. Les signaux émis par les sollicitations de l'os contrôlent la formation du cal.

Spanish

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