ENDOCRINE

Medications that act on endocrine glands play a crucial role in treating various disorders associated with hormonal imbalances. Endocrine glands, such as the thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal glands, produce hormones that regulate essential bodily functions. Disorders like hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, and adrenal insufficiency can arise when these glands do not function properly. Medications like synthetic thyroid hormones, insulin, corticosteroids, and growth hormone analogs are commonly prescribed to manage these conditions. These medications work by either supplementing the deficient hormone or inhibiting the excess production, restoring hormonal balance and alleviating the associated symptoms.