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Alternate day corticosteroid causes alternate day hyperglycaemia
1Department of Medicine, Bradford Royal Infirmary, UK.
Postgraduate Medical Journal
|September 1, 1987
Summary
Alternate day corticosteroid treatment impairs glucose tolerance more on the corticosteroid day. This requires careful consideration for detecting and managing diabetes mellitus in patients on this regimen.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Metabolic Disorders
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Corticosteroids are widely used for various medical conditions.
- Alternate-day dosing is a common strategy to mitigate side effects.
- The impact of alternate-day corticosteroid regimens on glucose metabolism requires specific investigation.
Observation:
- Patients on alternate-day corticosteroid therapy exhibit varying glucose tolerance levels.
- Glucose tolerance is demonstrably reduced on days when corticosteroids are administered.
Findings:
- A significant impairment of glucose tolerance occurs specifically on the days corticosteroids are taken.
- Glucose tolerance is comparatively better on the days patients do not take corticosteroids.
Implications:
- Diabetes mellitus screening and management protocols must account for corticosteroid-induced glucose intolerance.
- Clinicians should be aware of the differential impact of alternate-day corticosteroid therapy on glycemic control.
- Personalized monitoring strategies may be necessary for patients on this treatment regimen.