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Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the thyroid to produce T3 and T4?
Which hormone is responsible for stimulating the thyroid to produce T3 and T4?
Which type of thyroid drugs are made from animal thyroid?
Which type of thyroid drugs are made from animal thyroid?
What is the principal pharmacologic effect of thyroid hormones?
What is the principal pharmacologic effect of thyroid hormones?
How do thyroid hormones affect the heart?
How do thyroid hormones affect the heart?
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Which drug is commonly used for thyroid hormone replacement?
Which drug is commonly used for thyroid hormone replacement?
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What is the mechanism of radioactive iodine in treating hyperthyroidism?
What is the mechanism of radioactive iodine in treating hyperthyroidism?
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Which endocrine disorder is characterized by overproduction of ACTH?
Which endocrine disorder is characterized by overproduction of ACTH?
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What is the primary cause of Addison’s disease?
What is the primary cause of Addison’s disease?
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Which hormone is responsible for regulating calcium levels in the body?
Which hormone is responsible for regulating calcium levels in the body?
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Which of the following drugs mimics the hormones produced by the pituitary gland?
Which of the following drugs mimics the hormones produced by the pituitary gland?
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Study Notes
Thyroid Hormones
- Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone (TSH) stimulates the thyroid gland to produce thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
- Natural Thyroid Hormones derived from animal thyroid glands are used in some thyroid medications, such as desiccated thyroid.
- Pharmacologic Effects of thyroid hormones primarily include regulation of metabolism and influence on energy levels.
- Cardiac Effects of thyroid hormones involve increased heart rate, enhanced contractility, and improved cardiac output, leading to greater oxygen demand.
Thyroid Medication
- Levothyroxine is the commonly prescribed drug for thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
Hyperthyroidism Treatment
- Radioactive Iodine is used in the treatment of hyperthyroidism; it selectively destroys overactive thyroid tissue through the emission of radiation.
Endocrine Disorders
- Cushing's Disease is characterized by overproduction of Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH).
- Addison’s Disease primarily results from autoimmune destruction of the adrenal cortex, leading to insufficient hormone production.
Calcium Regulation
- Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) is the key hormone that regulates and maintains calcium levels in the bloodstream.
Pituitary-derived Hormones
- Synthetic Hormones such as human growth hormone or other hormone analogs mimic those produced by the pituitary gland for therapeutic purposes.
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Test your knowledge about thyroid hormones and drugs used to treat thyroid conditions like hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Learn about the functions of T3 and T4 hormones and different treatment options.
