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lracut11

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on: Aug 2, 2018
Describe the action of cyclosporine and discuss the nutritional implications.

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Describe the action of prednisone. Discuss the nutritional implications.


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dellikani2015

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Reply #1 on: Aug 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Inhibits the action of T lymphocytes. Possible side effects: gum hyperplasia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and oral thrush.

Answer to Question 2

Decreases inflammation, mainly by stabilizing leukocyte lysosomal membranes. Also suppresses the immune response, stimulates bone marrow, influences protein breakdown, and causes CHO intolerance. Possible side effects include: peptic ulcer, GI irritation, increased appetite, hypokalemia, hyperglycemia, and muscle weakness.


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Reply #2 on: Aug 2, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Aug 2, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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