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Dexamethasone Flashcards

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What is Dexamethasone?

A

Corticosteroid - reduces subglottic inflammation

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Indications?

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Mild/moderate/severe croup

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Contra-indications

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Impending Respiratory failure

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Cautions

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Upper airway compromise can be worsened by anything that distresses the child including admin of medication.

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Side effects

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Gastro intestinal upset

Hypersensitivity/ anaphylactic reaction

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Dosage and admin

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Oral
IntD - 6 milligrams
RPT - None

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