The following statements about Mechanism of Action of Glucocorticoids are correct

A Most mediator proteins are enzymes for metabolic actions
B Act through intracellular receptors
C Blocks vitamin D3 mediated induction of the osteocalcin gene
D Increases transcription of genes for cycloxygenase-2 thus produces its anti-inflammatory effects
E Decreases synthesis of annexin-1
F which is important in negative feedback effect

Correct Answer: Most mediator proteins are enzymes for metabolic actions, Act through intracellular receptors, Blocks vitamin D3 mediated induction of the osteocalcin gene

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