Dexamethasone (Decadron)
Also known as dexamethasone sodium phosphate, dexamethasone acetate, Dexasone, Diodex, Dexadrol, or Maxidex.
General information
Class/mechanism: Corticosteroid & glucocorticoid which has numerous physiologic effects, including immune system modulation, antiemetic properties, and anti-inflammatory effects.[1][2]
Route: PO, IV, IM
Extravasation: no information
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Patient drug information
- Dexamethasone (Decadron) patient drug information (Chemocare)[3]
- Dexamethasone (Decadron) patient drug information (UpToDate)[4]