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    GlossaryDexamethasone (Decadron)

    potent corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation and suppress immunity

    Dexamethasone is a potent corticosteroid medication used to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system. It is commonly prescribed for conditions such as allergies, asthma, and autoimmune diseases, and can also be used to treat certain types of cancer. Known by brand names like Decadron, it is also sometimes used in the management of severe COVID-19 symptoms to reduce lung inflammation.

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