What are the potential gastrointestinal side effects of corticosteroids, including risks of gastritis or ulceration and how can these issues be prevented or managed effectively?
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What are the potential gastrointestinal side effects of corticosteroids, including risks of gastritis or ulceration and how can these issues be prevented or managed effectively?
Corticosteroids can cause gastritis or ulcers by increasing stomach acid and impairing mucosal defenses. Prevention includes using the lowest effective dose for the shortest time or co-prescribing medications like proton pump inhibitors.
Corticosteroids may induce gastrointestinal side effects like gastritis and ulcers. To manage these risks, use corticosteroids judiciously and consider protective agents such as antacids or PPIs.