Which of the following is an indication for coicosteroids?: (A) Psychosis, (B) Herpes simplex, (C) Loeffler's syndrome, (D) Subacute thyroiditis
Answer is C. Coicosteroid is contraindicated in psychosis, herpes simplex keratitis. Loefflers syndrome is associated with increased eosinophill in lungs. Coicosteroid reduces allergic response and formation of pro inflammatory cells. (REF.Textbook of medical pharmacology K D TRIPATHI 6 Edition, Page No - 279,287)