Dexamethasone acetate

Generic Name
Dexamethasone acetate
Brand Names
-
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C24H31FO6
CAS Number
1177-87-3
Unique Ingredient Identifier
K7V8P532WP
Background

Commonly known as decadron, dexamethasone acetate is a glucocorticosteroid previously marketed in the USA for the treatment of inflammatory respiratory, allergic, autoimmune, and other conditions. Developed in 1957, dexamethasone is structurally similar to other corticosteroids such as hydrocortisone and prednisolone. Dexamethasone acetate has largely been r...

Associated Conditions
Candida Albicans Vulvovaginitis, Dermatitis, Fungal Vaginal Infections
Associated Therapies
Corticosteroid therapy
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