Corticosteroids in autoimmune disease

Hosp Pract (Off Ed). 1983 Oct;18(10):99-103, 107-18, 113-4. doi: 10.1080/21548331.1983.11702661.

Abstract

Most autoimmune diseases are responsive to corticosteroids administered in dosages sufficient to shut off the inflammatory process. The protocol outlined suppresses the most severe manifestations while minimizing toxic drug effects.

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / administration & dosage*
  • Autoimmune Diseases / drug therapy*
  • Circadian Rhythm
  • Cyclophosphamide / administration & dosage
  • Dermatomyositis / drug therapy
  • Drug Therapy, Combination
  • Humans
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / drug therapy
  • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease / drug therapy
  • Myasthenia Gravis / drug therapy
  • Prednisone / administration & dosage
  • Sjogren's Syndrome / drug therapy
  • Time Factors
  • Vasculitis / drug therapy

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Cyclophosphamide
  • Prednisone