Mineralocorticoids
- Name
- Mineralocorticoids
- Accession Number
- DBCAT001861
- Description
A group of CORTICOSTEROIDS primarily associated with water and electrolyte balance. This is accomplished through the effect on ION TRANSPORT in renal tubules, resulting in retention of sodium and loss of potassium. Mineralocorticoid secretion is itself regulated by PLASMA VOLUME, serum potassium, and ANGIOTENSIN II.
- ATC Classification
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Desoxycorticosterone acetate Not Annotated Fludrocortisone A mineralocorticoid used to treat adrenocortical insufficiency and salt-losing adrenogenital syndrome. Aldosterone A hormone secreted by the adrenal cortex that regulates electrolyte and water balance by increasing the renal retention of sodium and the excretion of potassium. Desoxycortone Not Annotated - Drugs & Drug Targets