📌 Introduction
Corticosteroids are steroid hormones widely used for their anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. They are commonly prescribed in asthma, allergies, autoimmune disorders, and inflammatory diseases. This topic is very important for GPAT, DSSSB, and other pharmacy exams.
📝 MCQs
1. Corticosteroids are produced by:
A) Thyroid gland
B) Adrenal cortex
C) Pancreas
D) Pituitary gland
✔ Answer: B
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2. Main action of corticosteroids:
A) Increase inflammation
B) Anti-inflammatory action
C) Increase blood clotting
D) Cause infection
✔ Answer: B
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3. Example of short-acting corticosteroid:
A) Hydrocortisone
B) Dexamethasone
C) Betamethasone
D) Prednisolone
✔ Answer: A
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4. Example of long-acting corticosteroid:
A) Cortisone
B) Hydrocortisone
C) Dexamethasone
D) Prednisolone
✔ Answer: C
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5. Prednisolone belongs to:
A) Long-acting corticosteroids
B) Intermediate-acting corticosteroids
C) Mineralocorticoids
D) Antihistamines
✔ Answer: B
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6. Corticosteroids act by:
A) Blocking sodium channels
B) Altering gene transcription
C) Neutralizing acid
D) Increasing insulin secretion
✔ Answer: B
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7. Corticosteroids suppress:
A) Immune response
B) Digestion
C) Vision
D) Hearing
✔ Answer: A
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8. Beclomethasone is commonly used in:
A) Diabetes
B) Asthma
C) Hypertension
D) Ulcer
✔ Answer: B
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9. Mineralocorticoid example:
A) Fludrocortisone
B) Prednisolone
C) Dexamethasone
D) Betamethasone
✔ Answer: A
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10. Corticosteroids reduce synthesis of:
A) Vitamins
B) Prostaglandins
C) Insulin
D) Glucose
✔ Answer: B
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11. Which is a common side effect?
A) Weight gain
B) Fever
C) Hair growth reduction
D) Hearing loss
✔ Answer: A
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12. Long-term use may cause:
A) Osteoporosis
B) Improved immunity
C) Hyperactivity
D) Weight loss
✔ Answer: A
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13. Corticosteroids are useful in:
A) Autoimmune diseases
B) Fractures only
C) Dehydration
D) Kidney stones
✔ Answer: A
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14. Adrenal suppression occurs due to:
A) Short-term use
B) Long-term use
C) Single dose
D) Antibiotic therapy
✔ Answer: B
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15. Which corticosteroid is inhaled?
A) Beclomethasone
B) Hydrocortisone
C) Fludrocortisone
D) Cortisone
✔ Answer: A
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16. Corticosteroids help in allergic conditions because of:
A) Anti-allergic action
B) Antibiotic action
C) Antifungal action
D) Sedative action
✔ Answer: A
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17. Which drug may cause hyperglycemia?
A) Corticosteroids
B) Antacids
C) Vitamins
D) Antibiotics
✔ Answer: A
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18. Dexamethasone is used in:
A) Cerebral edema
B) Kidney stone
C) Anemia
D) Cataract
✔ Answer: A
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19. Corticosteroids should not be stopped suddenly because of:
A) Infection
B) Adrenal insufficiency risk
C) Fever
D) Hair loss
✔ Answer: B
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20. Which condition uses corticosteroids?
A) Asthma
B) Diabetes type 1 only
C) Fracture
D) Kidney failure only
✔ Answer: A
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21. Corticosteroids may increase susceptibility to:
A) Infection
B) Weight loss
C) Hypoglycemia
D) Dehydration
✔ Answer: A
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22. Which drug is intermediate acting?
A) Prednisolone
B) Dexamethasone
C) Hydrocortisone
D) Fludrocortisone
✔ Answer: A
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23. Main anti-inflammatory mechanism involves inhibition of:
A) Inflammatory mediators
B) Digestion
C) Vision
D) Sodium absorption only
✔ Answer: A
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24. Which is a glucocorticoid?
A) Prednisolone
B) Fludrocortisone
C) Insulin
D) Thyroxine
✔ Answer: A
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25. Common metabolic effect:
A) Hyperglycemia
B) Hypotension
C) Hair loss only
D) Deafness
✔ Answer: A
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26. Which corticosteroid is long acting?
A) Betamethasone
B) Cortisone
C) Hydrocortisone
D) Prednisolone
✔ Answer: A
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27. Which route is common in asthma therapy?
A) Inhalation
B) Ophthalmic only
C) Rectal only
D) Nasal only
✔ Answer: A
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28. Corticosteroids are contraindicated cautiously in:
A) Diabetes mellitus
B) Healthy individuals
C) Normal saline therapy
D) Mild dehydration
✔ Answer: A
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29. Corticosteroids stabilize:
A) Lysosomal membranes
B) Bone marrow only
C) RBC membranes
D) Platelets only
✔ Answer: A
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30. Main purpose of corticosteroid therapy:
A) Reduce inflammation
B) Increase fever
C) Cause infection
D) Increase acidity
✔ Answer: A
🎯 Conclusion
These MCQs help you revise corticosteroids quickly and effectively for pharmacy exams.
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