Corticosteroids

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Across
  1. 5. Short-acting glucocorticoid used in adrenal insufficiency
  2. 8. Long-acting glucocorticoid with strong anti-inflammatory action
  3. 10. Intermediate-acting glucocorticoid with strong anti-inflammatory effect
  4. 12. Muscle weakness produced by long-term steroid use
  5. 14. Inhibits conversion of cholesterol to pregnenolone
  6. 15. Primary natural glucocorticoid that binds cytoplasmic receptors
Down
  1. 1. Steroid used in acute spinal cord injury and severe inflammation
  2. 2. Steroid synthesis inhibitor used in Cushing’s syndrome
  3. 3. Potent mineralocorticoid used in Addison’s disease
  4. 4. Elevated blood glucose caused by glucocorticoid therapy
  5. 6. Short-acting glucocorticoid used for replacement therapy
  6. 7. Long-acting glucocorticoid used for cerebral edema
  7. 9. Intermediate-acting glucocorticoid used in intra-articular injections
  8. 11. Reduced immune function due to inhibition of cytokine production
  9. 13. Drug that blocks adrenal steroid synthesis