Dexamethasone

Question 1

Dex - mode of action

Answer 1

Corticosteroid secreted by adrenal cortex resulting in relief of inflammatory reactions and provides immunosuppression

Question 2

Dex - indications

Answer 2

1. Asthma
2. COPD
3. Anaphylaxis
4. Croup
5. Adult stridor
6. Severe COVID 19

Question 3

Dex - contraindications

Answer 3

1. Known hypersensitivity

Question 4

Dex - precautions

Answer 4

1. Solutions that are not clear should be discarded

Question 5

Dex - side effects

Answer 5

Nil