Q. Hormone produced against allergic reaction is

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Solution:

Hormone produced during allergic reaction is glucocorticoids. Allergic reactions typically have an adrenal component. Cortisols one of the primary hormones produced by the adrenal glands, is a strong anti-inflammatory agent. For this reason proper adrenal function plays an important role in mediating the histamine release and inflammatory reactions that produce the symptoms experienced with allergies. Glucocorticoids are part of the feedback mechanism in the immune system that turns immune activity (inflammation) down. They are therefore used in medicine to treat diseases caused by an overactive immune system, such as allergies, asthma, autoimmune diseases, and sepsis.