Glucocorticoid related adverse effects other than osteoporosis that may justify regular checks
| • Cushingoid symptoms |
| • Adrenal crisis on glucocorticoid withdrawal |
| • Growth retardation in children |
| • New onset of diabetes mellitus in subjects at risk for developing DM |
| • Worsening of glycaemia control in patients with diabetes mellitus |
| • Cataracts and glaucoma |
| • Peptic ulcer (in combination with NSAIDs) |
| • Hypertension |