Dexamethasone (Decadron)

General information

Class/mechanism: Corticosteroid & glucocorticoid which has numerous physiologic effects, including immune system modulation, antiemetic properties, and anti-inflammatory effects.
Route: PO, IV, IM
Extravasation: no information

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Patient drug information

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Also known as

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