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==Actions==

==Actions==

Both endogenous and exogenous steroids have a variety of actions. Some of these, such as [[Steroids#Anti-Inflammatory Effects|anti-inflammatory effects]], are only seen at pharamacological concentrations.

Both endogenous and exogenous steroids have a variety of actions. Some of these, such as [[Steroids#Anti-Inflammatory Effects|anti-inflammatory effects]], are only seen at pharmacological concentrations.

Alterations in steroid dose can influence the action they have. This is particulatly relevant to anti-inflammatory and immuno-suppressive effects.

Alterations in steroid dose can influence the action they have. This is particulatly relevant to anti-inflammatory and immuno-suppressive effects.

===Metabolic Effects===

===Metabolic Effects===

The metabolic effects of steroids are mainly catabolic and primarily effect carbohydrate and protein metabolism. They include:

The metabolic effects of steroids are mainly catabolic and primarily affect carbohydrate and protein metabolism. They include:

* Increasing gluconeogenesis, meaning amino acids and lactate are converted to glucose.

* Increasing gluconeogenesis, meaning amino acids and lactate are converted to glucose.